Arizona Constitution Practice Test

Which statement is incorrect regarding voter participation?

1. No voters will be arrested during their attendance at any election (except for felonies, treason, or breach of the peace)

2. No voter shall perform military duty on election day (except in time of war, or public danger)

3. All candidates shall be nominated through primary elections

4. General elections are held on the first Tuesday in the month of September

The correct answer is: General elections are held on the first Tuesday in the month of September

The statement regarding general elections being held on the first Tuesday in September is incorrect because, under Arizona law, general elections are actually held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November. This aligns with the national standard for general elections in the United States, established to create consistency in election dates. The other statements reflect accurate provisions related to voter participation. For instance, it's true that voters cannot be arrested during elections, except in specific serious circumstances that might disturb the peace or involve serious crimes. Additionally, it is a valid provision that voters cannot be compelled to perform military duties on election day, thus ensuring their ability to participate in the electoral process. Furthermore, while candidates often emerge from primary elections, it's not an absolute requirement that all candidates must be nominated in this manner, but it is a standard practice in many cases. Therefore, understanding the specifics of election dates in Arizona emphasizes the importance of accurate information in electoral participation.