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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
Sec. 590. (1) For the purposes of this act, “qualifying petition” means a nominating petition required of and filed by a person to qualify to appear on an election ballot as a candidate for office without political party affiliation.
(2) A person may file a qualifying petition for a partisan office or office of justice of the supreme court. A filing fee shall not be tendered instead of a qualifying petition.
(3) A person filing a qualifying petition shall meet the qualifications prescribed by law to hold the office.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Compiled Laws, Chapter 168. Michigan Election Law § 168.590 - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/mi/chapter-168-michigan-election-law/mi-comp-laws-168-590/
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