C-65 - Act respecting provincial controverted elections

Section 78 Disposition versions

1977-12-31

78. If, during the trial of a petition in contestation of an election, it happens:

(a)  that the respondent dies; or

(b)  that the Assemblée nationale declares his seat vacant; or

(c)  that the respondent gives notice that he does not intend to oppose or further to oppose the petition;

notice thereof must be given in the manner prescribed by section 65, and the judge or the court shall adjourn the proceedings in order that such notice may be given.

R. S. 1964, c. 8, s. 78 (part); 1968, c. 9, s. 1, s. 90.