Primary definition
A "SPECIAL called by the governing body of a local political subdivision in which ELECTION all registered voters of the local political subdivision may vote." Utah Code §20A-1-102(36).
Also known asspecial local election · municipal special election · county special election · special election
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A "SPECIAL called by the governing body of a local political subdivision in which ELECTION all registered voters of the local political subdivision may vote." Utah Code §20A-1-102(36).
Electronic Voting Glossary · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Local Special Election. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 22, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/local-special-election
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