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                             However, this area does not include a
                             residence, or premises that are lawfully
                             occupied by a person (other than the
                             ECQ) for a purpose not related to a voting
                             office or polling booth used for an
                             election. Premises which are not places
                             where voting compartments for an
                             ordinary polling booth are to be located
                             are also excluded.
                             This area also does not include premises
                             used by a candidate in an election or a
                             registered political party as an office.
                             If a staff member of the ECQ considers a
                             sign or another thing is displayed, or
                             situated in contravention of this law, the
                             staff member may remove the sign or
                             other thing.
                             Non-compliance is punishable by up to 10
                             penalty units currently valued at
                             $1,334.50.







































                             If you need more information relating to the 2020 elections, please contact ECQ on 1300 881 665 or
                             by emailing ecq@ecq.qld.gov.au.
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