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The Elections Act 2017 QUESTION #9456
Question 1
Under Section 136(2), if the Commission fails to finalize scrutiny of a return of election expenses within ninety days, what is the legal consequence?
  • The candidate must resubmit the return
  • The Returning Officer must initiate proceedings for illegal practice
  • The return of election expenses shall be deemed to be scrutinized and accepted as correct✔️
  • The Commission may extend the scrutiny period for a further thirty days
Correct Answer Explanation
Section 136(2) states: 'If the Commission fails to finalize scrutiny of any return of election expenses within ninety days under sub-section (1), the return of election expenses shall be deemed to be scrutinized and accepted as correct.'