393. Every independent candidate shall, as soon as practicable, notify the treasurer and the chief electoral officer in writing of the appointment of his official representative or official agent whether as first holder of the office or as interim and of any vacancy in that office.
The writing accompanying the nomination paper and the application for authorization constitute a notice to the treasurer and chief electoral officer, respectively, of the appointment of the initial holders of the offices of official representative and official agent.
The returning officer shall notify the treasurer of the appointment, as soon as practicable.