Election: Fall, 2008
Unclear under state law
Washington law is silent regarding what to do when paper ballot supplies are exhausted. However, it does suggest that makeshift substitute ballots cannot be used: No ballots may be used “other than those prepared by the county auditor.” RCW 29A.44.040. Washington conducts elections almost entirely via mail so most of the state will not have to deal with ballot shortages.
Special Features
Institutional Arrangements
Voter Registration
Challenges
Provisional Ballots
Early and Absentee Voting
Voting Technology
Polling Place Operations
Ballot Security
Emergency Preparedness
Post-Election Processes
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