The notice of contest and any answer are the pleadings in the case and may be amended in the discretion of the court. The contest proceedings must be brought on for trial by either the contestant or contestee as soon as practicable within 20 days after the filing of the notice of contest. The court shall proceed in the manner provided for the trial of civil actions so far as practicable.
1986 c 408 s 8
Structure Minnesota Statutes
Chapters 200 - 212 — Elections
Chapter 209 — Election Contests
Section 209.02 — Contestant; Grounds.
Section 209.021 — Notice Of Contest.
Section 209.03 — Contestee's Answer.
Section 209.045 — Venue For Statewide Contests.
Section 209.05 — Guarding The Ballots.
Section 209.06 — Inspection Of Ballots.
Section 209.065 — Pleadings; Procedure.
Section 209.07 — Results Of Contest.