Montana Code Annotated 2001

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     13-10-204. Write-in nominations. An individual nominated by having his name written in on the primary ballot and desiring to accept the nomination may not have his name printed on the general election ballot unless he:
     (1) files with the secretary of state or election administrator no later than 10 days after the official canvass, a written declaration indicating his acceptance of the nomination;
     (2) pays the required filing fee or, if indigent, complies with 13-10-203;
     (3) received at least 5% of the total votes cast for the successful candidate for the same office at the last general election; and
     (4) complies with the provisions of 13-37-126.

     History: En. Sec. 59, Ch. 368, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 28, L. 1973; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 246, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 14, Ch. 365, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 23-3304(6); amd. Sec. 66, Ch. 571, L. 1979.

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