Florida § 103.062 - Plurality of votes to fill vacancy; proceeding in case of tie.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 103.062 — Plurality of votes to fill vacancy; proceeding in case of tie., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 103.062. Plurality of votes to fill vacancy; proceeding in case of tie.
If any more than the number of persons required to fill the vacancy as provided by s. 103.061 receive the highest and an equal number of votes, then the election of those receiving such highest and equal number of votes shall be determined by lot drawn by the Governor in the presence of the presidential electors attending; otherwise, those, to the number required, receiving the highest number of votes, shall be considered elected to fill the vacancy.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 103.062
What does Florida Statutes § 103.062 cover?
Section 103.062 ("Plurality of votes to fill vacancy; proceeding in case of tie.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 103.062?
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