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Compiled Laws, Chapter 168. Michigan Election Law § 168.847

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

Sec. 847. The secretary of state may authorize the release of all ballots, ballot boxes, voting machines, and equipment after 30 days following certification of an election by the board of state canvassers in a precinct other than a precinct in which 1 or more of the following occur:

(a) A petition for recount has been filed with the board of state canvassers.

(b) A petition has been filed pursuant to section 879.  1

(c) A court of competent jurisdiction has issued an order restraining interference with ballots, ballot boxes, voting machines, and equipment.

1 M.C.L.A. § 168.879.
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