If a constituency candidate dies after approval of the constituency nomination but before
election, a deferred election must be held. The deferred election may take place on the day of the
general election but no later than six weeks after the general election.
The date of the deferred election shall be determined by the Land returning officer.
Legal bases:
Section 43 of the Federal Elections Act (BWG)
Section 82 of the Federal Electoral Regulations (BWO)
Last update: December 2009
