20A-1-106. Duties of a clerk -- Prohibited action.
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Effective 5/6/2026
20A-1-106. Duties of a clerk -- Prohibited action.
(1)As used in this section, "clerk" means an election officer other than the lieutenant governor.
(2)A clerk shall:
(a)comply with all of the following in relation to elections:
(i)federal and state law;
(ii)federal and state rules; and
(iii)the policies and direction of the lieutenant governor; and
(b)diligently learn and become familiar with the law, rules, policies, and direction described in Subsection (2)(a) .
(3)A clerk may not alter election procedures or processes to favor, or discriminate against, the following with respect to an election that the clerk is involved in administering:
(a)a candidate;
(b)an individual seeking candidacy;
(c)a ballot measure; or
(d)a proposed ballot measure.
Amended by Chapter 271 , 2026 General Session