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"The Committee further recommends that States parties guarantee the right of persons with disabilities to stand for election, to hold office effectively and to perform all public functions at all levels of government, with reasonable accommodation and support, where desired, in the exercise of their legal capacity."

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UN (CRPD): General Comment No. 1 on Equal Recognition Before the Law , para. 49

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General Comment No. 1 on Equal Recognition Before the Law

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The right to vote should not be restricted based on any perceived or actual disability and mental health status, including pursuant to an individualized assessment.
With respect to candidates for office, there should be no restrictions on candidacy based on any form of disability.