Sec. 6. If, pending the outcome of an election contest, the incumbent vacates the office after the expiration of the incumbent's term, the vacancy shall be filled as are other vacancies under this chapter until the election is decided or the office is otherwise filled. This section does not affect the incumbent's right to hold over as provided in Article 15, Section 3 of the Constitution of the State of Indiana.
[Pre-1986 Recodification Citation: 3-2-10-7.]
As added by P.L.5-1986, SEC.9.
Structure Indiana Code
Chapter 10. Vacancies in Township Offices Not Held by a Major Party
3-13-10-1. Vacancy in Office Held by Candidate of Major Political Party
3-13-10-1.5. Meeting Held Before Vacancy Exists; Notice of Meeting
3-13-10-2. Office of Township Trustee
3-13-10-3. Office of Township Assessor
3-13-10-5. Office of Judge or Constable of Small Claims Court
3-13-10-6. Vacating Office by Incumbent Pending Outcome of Election Contest
3-13-10-7. Bond, Oath, Rights, and Duties of Person Filling Vacancy