Pennsylvania Constitution Article VII.
Pennsylvania Constitution – Article VII: Elections
Overview:
Article VII of the Pennsylvania Constitution governs elections in the Commonwealth. It sets out the rules regarding voter eligibility, election procedures, and qualifications for holding public office. Below is a summary of its key sections:
🔹 Section 1 – Qualifications of Electors
Every U.S. citizen who is 18 years or older and has resided in Pennsylvania for at least 30 days prior to an election is entitled to vote.
Voters must also reside in the election district where they intend to vote for at least 30 days.
🔹 Section 2 – General Election Day
The general election is held on the Tuesday next following the first Monday of November in even-numbered years.
🔹 Section 3 – Election Officers
Election officers are elected or appointed as prescribed by law.
🔹 Section 4 – Method of Voting; Secrecy
Voting must be by ballot or by other methods authorized by law.
The secrecy of the ballot must be preserved.
🔹 Section 5 – Voter Registration and Absentee Voting
Laws may require voter registration.
The General Assembly may provide for absentee voting, including for military members, the infirm, and others away from their polling place.
🔹 Section 6 – Election Contests
The General Assembly shall determine procedures for contesting elections.
🔹 Section 7 – Bribery of Electors
Anyone who buys or sells votes or attempts to influence voters through bribery is disqualified from voting or holding office.
🔹 Section 8 – Disqualifications for Voting
People convicted of election-related crimes or other serious offenses may be disqualified from voting as determined by law.
🔹 Section 9 – Residence for Voting
Specific rules are outlined for determining residency when it comes to voting eligibility.
🔹 Section 10 – Uniformity of Election Laws
All laws related to elections must be uniform throughout the state.
🔹 Section 11 – Special Elections
Procedures for special elections (to fill vacancies) are provided by law.
🔹 Section 12 – Disqualification of Certain Public Officers
Certain public officials who misuse their office in elections may be disqualified from holding future office.
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