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Mohave County adopts BallotGuard security paper after tests show fewer tabulation errors; modest added cost estimated

Mohave County Board of Supervisors · January 19, 2026
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Summary

Elections staff and Runbeck presented test results showing BallotGuard security paper produced fewer tabulator multi‑feed and pick errors in staged runs. The board approved use of the paper for 2026 elections at an estimated incremental cost (~$10–$15 per ballot) and directed staff to run pre‑election tests.

The Mohave County Board approved using BallotGuard security ballot paper for the 2026 election cycle after county election staff and vendor tests showed improved tabulation performance in staged runs.

Deputy Elections Director Karina Sumner told the board that initial test ballots had significant multi‑feed and pick errors, but a second test using…

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