13-15-111. Write-in elections -- general election. (1) An individual elected by having his name written in at the general election and receiving the largest number of votes shall:
     (a) file with the secretary of state or election administrator, not later than 10 days after the official canvass, a written declaration indicating his acceptance of the position for which he was elected;
     (b) comply with the provisions of 13-37-225; and
     (c) pay the required filing fee or, if indigent, comply with 13-10-203.
     (2) If an individual fails to file the declaration as required under subsection (1)(a), he may not assume the position for which he was elected.

     History: En. Sec. 4, Ch. 298, L. 1987; amd. Sec. 14, Ch. 591, L. 1991.