Governmental Succession
/ˌɡʌvərnˈmɛntl səˈsɛʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The legally recognized process by which authority and powers of government offices are transferred to successors when vacancies occur due to death, resignation, incapacity, or expiration of term.
The state constitution defines the rules for governmental succession to ensure continuity.
Forms
- governmental succession
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Commentary
Governmental succession primarily concerns orderly transition of official powers to maintain governmental stability.
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