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Davie, W. R.

 
9781333613983: The Terrell Election Law (Classic Reprint): Embracing All Amendments to Date

Synopsis

Understand how voters and elections were shaped in Texas history

This edition compiles the Terrell Election Law with all amendments up to date, outlining who may vote, how polling places are set up, and the rules that govern primary and general elections.

This text presents the foundational rules for voting eligibility, residency requirements, and the division of counties into election precincts. It explains how poll taxes, exemptions, and affidavits affected who could cast a ballot, and it covers the procedures for election judges, tax collectors, and clerks to run fair polls.
  • Definitions of who is eligible to vote and how citizenship, residence, and tax status impact qualification.
  • How election precincts are created, numbered, and supervised, with responsibilities for officials at each level.
  • Procedures for primary elections, including voter lists, oaths, and the certification process for candidates.
  • Penalties for fraud, improper conduct, and offences around ballots, polling places, and voting records.
Ideal for readers of historical legal codes, Texas political history, and election law from the early 20th century. This edition provides concrete provisions that reflect the era’s approach to voting and governance.

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