A notation affixed to a ballot to indicate that it is genuine. "(a) the information on the ballot that identifies: (i) the ballot as an official ballot; (ii) the date of the election; and (iii) the facsimile signature of the election officer; and (b) the information on the ballot stub that identifies: (i) the election judge's initials; and (ii) the ballot number." Utah Code §20A-1- 102(42).
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A notation affixed to a ballot to indicate that it is genuine. "(a) the information on the ballot that identifies: (i) the ballot as an official ballot; (ii) the date of the election; and (iii) the facsimile signature of the election officer; and (b) the information on the ballot stub that identifies: (i) the election judge's initials; and (ii) the ballot number." Utah Code §20A-1- 102(42).
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Official Endorsement. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved September 3, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/official-endorsement
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