Primary definition
A written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, that a voter made a mistake on a ballot and is requesting a new one.
Also known asSpoiled Ballot Statement · Ballot Error Affidavit · Spoiled Vote Affidavit · Ballot Mistake Affidavit · SBA
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EAC
U.S. Election Assistance Commission
A written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, that a voter made a mistake on a ballot and is requesting a new one.
EAC Glossary of Terms · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Spoiled Ballot Affidavit. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 22, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/spoiled-ballot-affidavit
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