Washington Statutes

§ 29A.56.120 — Petition—Where filed.

Washington § 29A.56.120
JurisdictionWashington
Title 29AELECTIONS
Ch. 29A.56SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES ELECTIONS

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Wash. Rev. Code § 29A.56.120 (2026).

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Any person making a charge shall file it with the elections officer whose duty it is to receive and file a declaration of candidacy for the office concerning the incumbent of which the recall is to be demanded. The officer with whom the charge is filed shall promptly (1) serve a copy of the charge upon the officer whose recall is demanded, and (2) certify and transmit the charge to the preparer of the ballot synopsis provided in RCW 29A.56.130 . The manner of service shall be the same as for the commencement of a civil action in superior court. Severability — 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 47: See note following RCW 29A.56.110 .

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Legislative History

[2003 c 111 s 1408. Prior:1984 c 170 s 2; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 47 s 2;1965 c 9 s 29.82.015; prior:1913 c 146 s 2; RRS s 5351. Formerly RCW29.82.010, part. Formerly RCW29.82.015.]

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