Election Disputes
/ɪˈlɛkʃən dɪˈspjuːts/
Definitions
- (n.) Conflicts or controversies arising from the conduct, outcome, or process of elections, often resolved through legal or administrative procedures.
The court heard several election disputes challenging the validity of the vote count.
Forms
- election disputes
- election dispute
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Commentary
Election disputes often implicate constitutional and administrative law principles and require specialized procedures to address claims of irregularities or fraud.
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