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In some jurisdictions, such as Colorado, a vote is void unless the name selected WRITE-IN appears on a pre-approved list of declared write-in candidates.
Also known asapproved write-in · qualified write-in · certified write-in
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In some jurisdictions, such as Colorado, a vote is void unless the name selected WRITE-IN appears on a pre-approved list of declared write-in candidates.
Electronic Voting Glossary · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Declared Write In. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/declared-write-in
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