1802 French constitutional referendum
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File:Registry from the 1802 referendum in Baix, Ardeche.jpg
Registry from Baix, Ardeche, about the 1802 referendum asking the question : "Will Napoleon Bonaparte be first consul for life ?"
A referendum ratifying the new constitution of the Consulate, which made Napoleon Bonaparte First Consul for life, was held on 10 May 1802. The official result showed 99.76% of voters in favour of the change. Of seven million eligible voters, 49.45% abstained.
| Party | % of votes | Votes |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | 99.76% | 3,568,885 |
| No | 0.24% | 8,374 |
| Total | 100% |
| No : 8,374 (0.24%) |
Yes : 3,568,885 (99.76%) |
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