California · Education Code
EDC §5440: The provisions of Division 16 (commencing with Section 16000) of the Elections Code, relating to election contests shall apply to school district elections.
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Election contest procedures from Division 16 of the Elections Code apply to school district elections.
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The provisions of Division 16 (commencing with Section 16000) of the Elections Code, relating to election contests shall apply to school district elections.
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