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HomeElections CodeDiv. 6Pt. 1Ch. 5Art. 3§ 6855 Signer Restrictions Nomination Papers

§ 6855 Signer Restrictions Nomination Papers

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§ 6855 Signer Restrictions Nomination Papers

Key Takeaways

  • •You can only sign one paper to help someone get on the presidential primary ballot.
  • •When you sign, you must write your name clearly and your full address, including your city, street, and house number.

Example

If your friend is trying to get on the ballot for president and asks you to sign their paper, you can only sign for them and no one else.

If you sign for more than one friend, your signatures won’t count, and you might cause problems for your friends trying to get on the ballot.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 6855 Signer Restrictions Nomination Papers

Each signer of a nomination paper for the presidential preference primary ballot may sign only one paper. The signer shall add her or his printed name and place of residence indicating city and giving the street and number, if any. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 86, Sec. 102. (SB 1171) Effective January 1, 2017.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

nomination paperpresidential preference primary ballotprinted nameplace of residence

Related Statutes

  • § 6857 Green Party Nomination Paper Form
  • § 6854 Green Party Presidential Nomination
  • § 6855.5 Green Party Nomination Paper Rules
  • § 6857.2 Presidential Primary Signature Period
  • § 6857.5 Nomination Paper Section Numbering

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Elections Code. Section 6855.
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