The "vacancy in an elective office created by death, resignation, or other good and legal cause arising subsequent to election to the office at a general or special election or arising subsequent to taking office and prior to the expiration of the term of office in those circumstances wherein the vacancy must be filled by a special election rather than by appointment." Ark. Code §7-1- 101(23). See also VACANCY.
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The "vacancy in an elective office created by death, resignation, or other good and legal cause arising subsequent to election to the office at a general or special election or arising subsequent to taking office and prior to the expiration of the term of office in those circumstances wherein the vacancy must be filled by a special election rather than by appointment." Ark. Code §7-1- 101(23). See also VACANCY.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Vacancy In Office. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/vacancy-in-office
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