Bill Summary for H 1114 (2017-2018)
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Nov 29 2018
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AN ACT TO REQUIRE THAT THE BURDEN OF PROOF IN CERTAIN CHALLENGES TO CANDIDACY BE PLACED ON THE CHALLENGER UNDER THE LAWS GOVERNING ELECTIONS.Intro. by Clampitt.
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Bill summary
Amends GS 163A-1029, shifting the burden of proof in a challenge of a candidate’s qualification from the candidate under current law to the challenger. Maintains current law that places the burden of proof upon the candidate to defend a residency challenge. Applies to challenges to candidacy on or after the date the act becomes law.