Okla. Admin. Code § 230:20-5-10

Current through Vol. 42, No. 8, January 2, 2025

Section 230:20-5-10 - Contestee may answer

(a) If the contestee desires to appear in opposition to the petition, he/she may file a written answer, or he/she may appear in person at the hearing. [26:5-129] In the event that occurs, the contestee must post a deposit of $250 in cashier's or certified check at the time he/she either files the written answer or appears in person. [26:5-129]

(b) Neither the State Election Board nor any County Election Board shall hear any contestee's answer unless the appropriate deposit is provided prior to the hearing.

(c) In the event that a more than one contest of candidacy is filed against a contestee, said contestee shall be required to post only one deposit to answer any or all such petitions.

Okla. Admin. Code § 230:20-5-10

Amended at 16 Ok Reg 2416, eff 7-1-99 ; Amended at 30 Ok Reg 1642, eff 7-15-13

Amended by Oklahoma Register, Volume 41, Issue 21, July 15, 2024, eff. 7/25/2024