R623-11-5. Signature Verification Standards for Candidate Nomination Petitions

(1) In accordance with Subsection 20A-9-401(1), verification of candidate nomination petition signatures should be construed liberally. Election staff should operate under the assumption that the signature is that of the voter. (2) The election officer shall ensure that each signature is reviewed in accordance with the verification criteria and considerations. If the signature is more likely than not to be that of the voter, it should be accepted. (3) The election officer shall ensure that each election worker reviewing candidate nomination petition signatures has completed the training required under Subsection 20A-3a-401(13) before reviewing any signatures.