SECTION 230:20-5-10. Contestee may answer

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(a)   If the contestee desires to appear in opposition to the petition, he may file a written answer, or he may appear in person at the hearing. [26:5-129] In the event that occurs, the contestee must post a deposit of $250 in cashier's or certified check at the time he either files the written answer or appears in person. [26:5-129]
(b)   Neither the State Election Board nor any County Election Board shall hear any contestee's answer unless the appropriate deposit is provided prior to the hearing.
(c)   In the event that a more than one contest of candidacy is filed against a contestee, said contestee shall be required to post only one deposit to answer any or all such petitions.

[Source: Amended at 16 Ok Reg 2416, eff 7-1-99; Amended at 30 Ok Reg 1642, eff 7-15-13]

                    
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