Texas Statutes § 51.034 Specifications for Ballot Boxes
Statute Text
(a)
Each ballot box must be made of a sturdy material and suitably designed for its intended use. Each box must have a lock and key.
(b)
Ballot boxes no. 1 and no. 2 must each have a slot in the top just large enough to receive a ballot. Ballot boxes no. 3 and no. 4 are not required to have a slot, but if a slot is provided, it may not be larger than that prescribed for boxes no. 1 and no. 2.
(c)
A ballot box may be used without approval of the secretary of state if the box:
(1)
is an enclosed, opaque container made of metal, wood, or other material;
(2)
is equipped with a hinged top, hasp, and padlock; and
(3)
complies with Subsection (b).
History
Acts 1985 , 69th Leg., ch. 211 , Sec. 1, eff. 1/1/1986 .
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