Const. Art. II, §10

Election Contests

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This section says that when an election is challenged, a court with proper authority decides the case, following rules set by law. It does not spell out those rules here.

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The constitution, as written — Elections

A copy, taken August 21, 2026. The version published by the Legislature is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.

Contested elections shall be determined by a court of competent jurisdiction in such manner as shall be provided by law. [Part of §5, ren Const Con 1968 and election Nov 5, 1968; ren Const Con 1978 and election Nov 7, 1978] Cross References Election contests, see chapter 11, pt XI. Case Notes The courts are the final arbiter in election contest for house seat. 51 H. 354, 461 P.2d 221.

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