Election Procedures

Definition

Election procedures are the rules, regulations, and processes established by governments to conduct elections fairly and efficiently.

Related terms

Voter registration: The process by which eligible voters enroll themselves on an official list before participating in an election.

Ballot access laws: Regulations that determine who can appear on an election ballot as a candidate for public office.

Gerrymandering: Manipulating the boundaries of electoral districts to benefit a particular political party or group.