DE HB210

Establishes a formal process for qualified voters to challenge candidates' compliance with residency requirements by filing a notarized complaint with the Commissioner of Elections.

Requires complaints to be submitted at least 45 days before a general election, contested primary, or school board election, with separate provisions for municipal/county offices and school board positions.

Authorizes the Commissioner of Elections to require candidates to produce documentation such as tax filings and sworn affidavits to prove residency compliance and issue a written decision within 20 days.

Allows the Commissioner to strike a candidate's name from the ballot if preponderance of evidence shows violation of residency requirements, with appeals available under the Administrative Procedures Act.

Imposes a $500 fine on any candidate found to have knowingly registered in violation of applicable residency requirements.