Nevada § 293.171 - Procedure for organization
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 293.171 — Procedure for organization, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 293.171. Procedure for organization
1. To be organized as a minor political party, an organization must file with the
Secretary of State a certificate of existence which includes the: (a) Name of the political party; (b) Names of its officers; (c) Names of the members of its executive committee; and (d) Name of the person authorized to file the list of its candidates for partisan
office with the Secretary of State. 2. A copy of the constitution or bylaws of the party must be affixed to the certificate. 3. A minor political party shall file with the Secretary of State an amended certificate
of existence within 5 days after any change in the information contained in the certificate. 4. The constitution or bylaws of a minor political party must provide a procedure
for the nomination of its candidates in such a manner that only one candidate may
be nominated for each office. 5. A minor political party whose candidates for partisan office do not appear on the
ballot for the general election must file a notice of continued existence with the
Secretary of State not later than the second Friday in August preceding the general
election. 6. A minor political party which fails to file a notice of continued existence as
required by subsection 5 ceases to exist as a minor political party in this State.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 293.171
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 293.171 cover?
Section 293.171 ("Procedure for organization") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nevada § 293.171?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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How does Nevada § 293.171 apply to my situation?
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