A public test is a condensed logic and accuracy test of voting equipment that is announced in advance through public media and is open for the public to observe in person.
An abbreviated logic and accuracy test of voting equipment, pre-announced in public media and open to public attendance, usually in conformance with specific election calendar timing.
Example
A county publishes a notice in the local newspaper that its voting equipment will undergo a public test on October 15 at the election office. Any resident may attend and watch the test proceed.
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An abbreviated logic and accuracy test of voting equipment, pre-announced in public media and open to public attendance, usually in conformance with specific election calendar timing.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Public Test. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved September 15, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/public-test
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