California Proposition 52 (2002)

California Proposition 52 (2002)

Proposition 52 was a California ballot proposition on the November 5, 2002 ballot. It failed to pass with 2,808,240 (40.6%) votes in favor and 4,108,362 (59.4%) against. It would allow Election Day voter registration, removing the deadline to register to vote, which was 15 days prior to an election. It was placed on the ballot through the initiative process.

The question before voters was:

Should legally eligible California residents presenting proof of current residence be allowed to register to vote on Election Day?

Read more about California Proposition 52 (2002):  Official Summary

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