Primary definition
An individual who is authorized to apply a legal process, conduct hearings, resolve administrative disputes, facilitate negotiations between opposing parties, and issue legal decisions.
Also known asHearing Examiner · Administrative Hearing Officer · AHO · HO
— EAC Glossary of TermsView source
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EAC
U.S. Election Assistance Commission
An individual who is authorized to apply a legal process, conduct hearings, resolve administrative disputes, facilitate negotiations between opposing parties, and issue legal decisions.
EAC Glossary of Terms · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Hearing Officer. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved September 3, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/hearing-officer
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