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Idaho Statutes Title 34. Elections § 34-702. Requirements for write-in candidates at primary

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff

(1) In addition to possessing all other qualifications, in order to become a candidate of a political party at the general election, those candidates whose names are written in at the primary election must:

(a) Receive at least the following number of write-in votes at the primary election:

(i) One thousand (1,000) for any statewide office;

(ii) Five hundred (500) for a congressional district office;

(iii) Fifty (50) for a legislative district office; or

(iv) Five (5) for a county office; and

(b) File a declaration of intent for that office, pursuant to section 34-702A, Idaho Code.

(2) Candidates who are required to file with the secretary of state shall pay the filing fee required for that office no later than the deadline for filing a declaration of intent pursuant to section 34-702A, Idaho Code, or shall file a petition pursuant to section 34-626, Idaho Code.

(3) No write-ins shall be allowed for judicial office.

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