SB 834
Prohibiting refunds of candidate filing fees
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Bill overview
This bill prohibits candidates for public office in West Virginia from receiving refunds of their filing fees. Currently, fees paid to file for candidacy could be returned under certain circumstances. This legislation clarifies that once a filing fee is paid, it cannot be refunded, even if a candidate withdraws from the election or is not placed on the ballot. The bill aims to ensure consistent and predictable costs for candidates seeking office.
Key provisions
- Filing fees paid by candidates for public office cannot be refunded.
- The bill amends the existing code to explicitly state this prohibition.
- Fees paid to candidates for delegate positions to national conventions are covered.
- Fees paid to candidates for political committee memberships are covered.
- Moneys collected from filing fees are deposited into specific funds and apportioned to counties based on population.
- Sheriffs receive fees and credit them to the general county fund.
- Fees paid for judicial or legislative offices are apportioned to the county where the district lies.
- The bill clarifies that no fee paid under this section is generally refundable.
Who is affected
- Candidates for public office in West Virginia
- Election officials
- County clerks
- The Secretary of State
- County commissions
Notable changes
- Previously, candidates could potentially receive refunds of their filing fees under certain conditions.
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