2009 North Carolina Code
Chapter 120 - General Assembly.
§ 120-10.9. Basis for decision.
§ 120‑10.9. Basis for decision.
(a) Eligibility and Qualification. If the contest is as to the eligibility or qualifications of the contestee, the house shall determine if the contestee is eligible and qualified. If it determines that the contestee is not eligible or not qualified, it shall order a new election.
(b) Conduct or Results of Election. If the contest is as to the conduct or results of the election, the house shall determine which candidate received the highest number of votes. If it can determine which candidate received the highest number of votes, it shall seat that person as a member of the house. If it cannot determine which candidate received the highest number of votes, it may order a new election, or may order such other relief, as may be necessary and proper. If it determines that two or more candidates shall be equal and highest in votes, the provisions of G.S. 163‑182.8 shall apply. (2005‑3, s. 2.)
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