Electoral Offense
/ɪˈlɛktərəl əˈfɛns/
Definitions
- (n.) A violation of laws governing the conduct of elections, such as fraud, bribery, or voter intimidation, that undermines electoral integrity.
The candidate was charged with an electoral offense for attempting to bribe voters.
Forms
- electoral offense
- electoral offenses
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Commentary
Electoral offenses are distinct in that they specifically involve breaches of electoral rules designed to ensure free and fair elections.
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