Sec. 5. 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 9. Vacancies in Town Offices Not Held or Filled by a Major Party
3-13-9-1. Vacancy of Office Held by Candidate of Major Political Party; Filling by Caucus
3-13-9-1.5. Meeting Held Before Vacancy Exists; Notice of Meeting
3-13-9-2. Office of Judge of Town Court
3-13-9-3. Office of Town Clerk-Treasurer
3-13-9-4. Office of Town Council Member
3-13-9-4.5. Office of Town Council Member When More Than 50% of Seats Are Vacant
3-13-9-5. Vacating Office by Incumbent Pending Outcome of Election Contest
3-13-9-5.5. Failure to Elect Town Council Member; Incumbent Holding Over
3-13-9-6. Bond, Oath, Rights, and Duties of Person Filling Vacancy