The principle in some jurisdictions that have implemented Internet voting, that a paper ballot cast in-person will supersede any ballot cast by the same individual by Internet voting. Tallying Counting the number of ballots for each candidate; takes place after they have been adjudicated.
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The principle in some jurisdictions that have implemented Internet voting, that a paper ballot cast in-person will supersede any ballot cast by the same individual by Internet voting. Tallying Counting the number of ballots for each candidate; takes place after they have been adjudicated.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Paper. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 22, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/paper
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