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Election Obligations & Standards Database

Summary

The opportunity should exist to present evidence in support of a complaint.


Obligations

  • Right to a Fair and Public Hearing

Election Parts

  • Election Management
  • Electoral Dispute Resolution

Issues

  • Hearings by Impartial and Independent Tribunals
  • Transparent Dispute Resolution Process

Criteria

  • The proceedings of any complaints were transparent, and all parties to the complaint were given an equal opportunity to present evidence
  • Complaints processes were transparent, and the opportunity to present evidence in support of a complaint existed

Quotes

  • Going beyond the requirements and practices described earlier, some additional best practices for handling election complaints and appeals include the following: The opportunity to present or submit evidence in support of a complaint.
EOS EOS

Election Obligations & Standards Database

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