California · Elections Code

ELEC §6002: (a) This chapter applies both to the selection of delegates and alternates pledged to the candidacy of a particular candidate and to the selection of delegates and alternates not expressing a preferen

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This statute establishes rules for selecting delegates and alternates in electoral processes, applying to both those pledged to specific candidates and those without stated preferences.

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(a) This chapter applies both to the selection of delegates and alternates pledged to the candidacy of a particular candidate and to the selection of delegates and alternates not expressing a preference for a particular candidate. (b) Except as otherwise specified in this chapter, the elements and practices to select delegates and alternates shall be the same as set forth in the standing rules and bylaws of the Democratic National Committee and the Democratic Party of California, including the following: (1) The form and timeline for any required statement of candidacy for delegate candidates. (2) The identification of the presidential preference of delegate candidates. (3) The schedule for, conduct of, and type of districts used to organize, caucuses for the selection of district delegate and alternate candidates. (4) The selection of delegates and alternates other than those elected based on the results of district caucuses. (5) The allocation of delegates and alternates to presidential preferences based on the results of the primary election. (6) Any other goals relating to the composition of the delegation. (c) The Democratic Party of California shall post any standing rules and bylaws relating to this chapter on its Internet Web site.

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