Code of Federal Regulations (alpha)

CFR /  Title 25  /  Part 81  /  Sec. 81.21 Counting of ballots.

All duly cast ballots are to be counted. Even though it will not be possible to determine the intent of the voter regarding spoiled and mutilated ballots, they are to be counted for purposes of determining whether the required percentage of voters have cast their ballots in the election. Invalid ballots shall not be counted for purposes of determining the required percentage of votes cast.