The Constitution of Kenya, 2010

Chapter Seven · Representation of the People

Article 83

Art.83

Registration as a voter

(1)A person qualifies for registration as a voter at elections or referenda if the person—

(a)is an adult citizen;

(b)is not declared to be of unsound mind; and

(c)has not been convicted of an election offence during the preceding five years.

(2)A citizen who qualifies for registration as a voter shall be registered at only one registration centre.

(3)Administrative arrangements for the registration of voters and the conduct of elections shall be designed to facilitate, and shall not deny, an eligible citizen the right to vote or stand for election.

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Text: Laws of Kenya: The Constitution of Kenya, 2010. Published by the National Council for Law Reporting (Kenya Law) with the Authority of the Attorney-General.

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