2013 Louisiana Laws
Revised Statutes
TITLE 18 - Louisiana Election Code
RS 18:1258 - Vacancy in nomination; procedure; death of candidate


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§1258. Vacancy in nomination; procedure; death of candidate

A vacancy by reason of death or withdrawal among the slate of candidates for the office of presidential elector nominated by a recognized political party, whether by a convention or otherwise, shall be filled in the manner which shall be provided by the state central committee of the party. In all other cases, if the candidate who withdrew or died is elected, the remaining presidential electors who are elected shall vote to fill the vacancy as provided in R.S. 18:1264.

Acts 1976, No. 697, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1978. Amended by Acts 1977, No. 588, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1978.

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