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​Voter Registration Challenge (also applicable to candidates)

When a voter's registration is challenged, the Kitsap County Auditor's Office follows the procedures spelled out in RCW 29A.08.810 through RCW 29A.08.850. This is also the process used when a citizen wishes to challenge a candidate's eligibility to run for office, based on residency.

RCW 29A.08.810
This law states that "Registration of a person as a voter is presumptive evidence of his or her right to vote." This law spells out what a challenger, who must be a registered voter in the same county, must have in order to mount a challenge.

RCW 29A.08.820
This law addresses the timing of when challenges can be filed.

RCW 29A.08.835
This law addresses notification requirements of the Auditor's Office if a challenge is filed.

RCW 29A.08.840
This law addresses a residency challenge hearing. "The challenger has the burden to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the challenged voter's registration is improper."

RCW 29A.08.850
Addresses forms required, which are available below.

Voter Registration Challenge Form