NYC Administrative Code

§ 10-151 — Elections for non-public office or position.

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What is NYC AC § 10-151?

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This section prohibits the conduct of elections for non-public offices or positions during specific times, namely after sundown on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, if members of the public are allowed to vote. The statute applies to individuals involved in directing or assisting such elections.

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§ 10-151 Elections for non-public office or position.

AC § 10-151

a. It shall be unlawful to conduct any election for a non-public office or position on Friday after sundown, Saturday or Sunday in which members of the general public are eligible to cast a vote by virtue of the fact that they reside in a particular area of the city. b. It shall be unlawful for any person to direct, mandate, supervise or assist in conducting any such elections.

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