1. (a) If no order in which precincts are to be counted is specified in the request for recount, the elections official shall determine the counting order of precincts or batches.
2. (b) The requestor may request, in writing, a change to the order of precinct or batch counting determined by the elections official or specified in the requestor's initial request for a recount. Any change in the counting order of precincts or batches is subject to the approval of the elections official.
3. (c) Any additional estimated costs associated with requests to change the order of precinct or batch counting shall be paid by the requestor prior to re-ordering the precincts or batches.
4. (d) Any additional relevant material or precincts shall not be inspected upon conclusion of the recount.

Note: Authority cited: Section 12172.5, Government Code; and Sections 10 and 15601, Elections Code. Reference: Section 15622, Elections Code.

History

1. Renumbering of section 20814 to new section 20354, including amendment of section, filed 6-27-2024; operative 6-27-2024 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(b)(3) (Register 2024, No. 26).