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N.R.S. 293.016 - “Abstract of votes” defined

Overview of Statute

This section defines “abstract of votes.”

Statute

“Abstract of votes” means a compilation of votes cast for a particular candidate by office and precinct.  (Added to NRS by 1975, 935)

Definition [Precinct]

The smallest voting area in a political subdivision.

See Nev. Rev. Stat. §  293.077.

Definition [Candidate]

Any person:

      1.  Who files a declaration of candidacy;

      2.  Who files an acceptance of candidacy;

      3.  Whose name appears on an official ballot at any election; or

      4.  Who has received one or more contributions in excess of $100, regardless of whether:

      (a) The person has filed a declaration of candidacy or an acceptance of candidacy; or

      (b) The name of the person appears on an official ballot at any election.

See Nev. Rev. Stat. § 294A.005.