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The funds collected to finance election campaigns may be used solely for the purposes of election campaign activities.
The funds specified in paragraph (1) of this Article shall not be used for covering any private costs of candidates, such as the costs of their personal attire, debt repayment, private costs of their family members, and any other costs that are not directly associated with their election campaigns for the office for which they run.
Funds from the central or, as appropriate, local or regional budget, which are otherwise used by candidates as officials of the Republic of Croatia or authorized local officials in the performance of their duties, shall not be used for the purposes of election campaigns.
The office premises, official vehicles and office equipment of governmental bodies and local and regional governmental units shall not be used for the purposes of election campaigns, save for individuals subject to special regulations on protected persons.