Chapter 206 — Minnesota Election Law Applies

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It was part of the former voting machine law that has been … 206.55 Minnesota Election Law Applies Electronic voting systems in Minnesota are governed by sections 206.55 to 206.90 and by all other parts of Minnesota … 206.56 Definitions This section defines key terms used in Minnesota's electronic voting system laws. It covers words like ballot, ballot … 206.57 Examination of New Voting Systems Vendors of electronic voting systems must apply to the Secretary of State for approval before their systems can be used … 206.58 Authorization for Use A city, town, or county governing body may approve the use of an electronic voting system in its precincts, but only if … 206.59 Payment for Voting Systems Municipalities and counties can pay for electronic voting systems using general funds, tax levies, or by issuing bonds. … 206.60 This section was repealed by the 1997 Minnesota Legislature as part of an update to electronic voting system law. 206.61 Ballots The official responsible for paper ballots must also provide ballot cards, sample ballots, and supplies for electronic … 206.62 Sample Ballots Election officials must provide each polling place with at least two sample ballots that show what the actual ballot … 206.63 This section was repealed by the 1997 Minnesota Legislature as part of an update to electronic voting system law. 206.64 Accessibility; Instructions; Assistance to Voters Each electronic voting booth must be set up so that only one voter can use it at a time and all election judges can see … 206.66 Violations; Penalties Intentionally damaging or interfering with any part of an electronic voting system is a felony. Violating electronic … 206.68 This section was repealed by the 1997 Minnesota Legislature as part of an update to electronic voting system law. 206.685 This section was repealed by the 1997 Minnesota Legislature as part of an update to electronic voting system law. 206.69 This section was repealed by the 1997 Minnesota Legislature as part of an update to electronic voting system law. 206.70 This section was repealed by the 1997 Minnesota Legislature as part of an update to electronic voting system law. 206.71 This section was repealed by the 1997 Minnesota Legislature as part of an update to electronic voting system law. 206.72 This section was repealed by the 1997 Minnesota Legislature as part of an update to electronic voting system law. 206.73 This section was repealed by the 1997 Minnesota Legislature as part of an update to electronic voting system law. 206.74 This section was repealed by the 1997 Minnesota Legislature as part of an update to electronic voting system law. 206.75 This section was repealed by the 1997 Minnesota Legislature as part of an update to electronic voting system law. 206.76 This section was repealed by the 1997 Minnesota Legislature as part of an update to electronic voting system law. 206.77 This section was repealed by the 1997 Minnesota Legislature as part of an update to electronic voting system law. 206.80 Electronic Voting Systems Electronic voting systems must allow every voter to vote in secret, vote for all candidates and questions they are … 206.805 State Voting Systems Contracts The Secretary of State must set up state contracts for purchasing voting systems, including optical scan equipment, … 206.81 Electronic Voting Systems; Experimental Use The Secretary of State may allow a new electronic voting system to be used on a trial basis at an election before it is … 206.82 Preparation of Electronic Voting System Programs and Plans The county auditor or municipal clerk responsible for an election must have the voting system program prepared and … 206.83 Testing of Voting Systems At least three days before an election, voting equipment must be tested using a set of pre-marked ballots to make sure … 206.84 Methods of Using Electronic Voting Systems Election officials must provide instructions for voters and judges on how to use electronic voting systems. Ballot … 206.845 Ballot Recording and Counting Security Voting machines must not be connected to the internet, any network, or use wireless communications. After polls close, … 206.85 Officials in Charge of Counting The election official in charge of a counting center must be present throughout the counting process and is responsible … 206.86 Counting Electronic Voting System Results After polls close, election judges secure the voting machines, count ballot cards, and verify the number matches the … 206.87 Canvassing Board Duties In precincts using electronic voting systems, the canvassing board does the same work it would do with paper ballots. … 206.88 Partial Recounts on Electronic Voting Systems The Secretary of State may order a recount of votes in one or more precincts that used an electronic voting system to … 206.89 Postelection Review of Voting Systems After every state general election, counties must conduct a postelection review by hand-counting ballots in selected … 206.895 Secretary of State Monitor The Secretary of State must watch and evaluate election procedures in at least four precincts per congressional district … 206.90 Optical Scan Voting Systems This section sets detailed rules for optical scan voting systems, including ballot format, write-in voting procedures, … 206.91 This section was repealed by the 2010 Minnesota Legislature. 206.95 This section was repealed by the 2025 Minnesota Legislature.