Election Contest
/ɪˈlɛkʃən ˈkɒntɛst/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal proceeding challenging the validity of an election, typically regarding alleged irregularities or fraud.
The candidate filed an election contest claiming voting irregularities in several precincts.
Forms
- election contests
See also
Commentary
An election contest is distinct from merely disputing an election result informally; it refers specifically to a formal legal challenge subject to statutory procedures.
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