Election Equipment Certification
/ɪˈlɛkʃən ɪˈkwɪpmənt sɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The official approval process confirming that voting machines and related devices comply with legal and technical standards prior to use in elections.
The state requires election equipment certification to ensure all voting machines meet security protocols before election day.
Forms
- election equipment certification
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Commentary
This term is key in election law, emphasizing compliance with standards to protect election integrity; drafters should clearly define applicable standards and authority granting certification.
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