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"Reasonable restrictions on persons wishing to become candidates may include a residency requirement in the country for a certain period of time, minimum support among voters, or the fact of having reached a higher age than the minimum voting age."
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OSCE (ODIHR): Handbook for Domestic Election Observers, p. 72

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  • Limits on individuals wishing to run for office may only be based on objective and reasonable criteria, including a minimum age limit.
  • Limits on individuals wishing to run for office may only be based on objective and reasonable criteria, including residency.
  • Limits on individuals wishing to run for office may only be based on objective and reasonable criteria, including support from a minimum number of citizens.
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