Luzerne County Election Board’s post-election adjudication will start sooner

Luzerne County Election Board to Start Post-Election Adjudication Earlier

The Luzerne County Election Board's post-election adjudication will start sooner than in the past, according to Election Director Emily Cook.

Adjudication determines which flagged mail and provisional ballots are accepted or rejected and tallies write-in votes. Traditionally, adjudication begins the Friday after elections, but this year it will start on Thursday.

Adjudication ... determines which flagged mail and provisional ballots are accepted or rejected and tallies write-in votes.

Cook said she changed procedures to prioritize adjudication preparation, allowing an earlier start. The adjudication, which is open to the public, will begin at 9 a.m.

Author's summary: Luzerne County Election Board accelerates post-election adjudication process.

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The Times Leader The Times Leader — 2025-10-20

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