What terms are related to special election?

Related terms include: General Election. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for special election.

Elections

Special Election

An election held outside the regular election schedule to fill a vacancy in office caused by death, resignation, or removal.

The final election to fill a political office. For federal offices, held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November.

What does "Special Election" mean?: An election held outside the regular election schedule to fill a vacancy in office caused by death, resignation, or removal.
What terms are related to special election?: Related terms include: General Election. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for special election.