### Question
How does the law define election?


### Answer
Under *52 U.S.C. § 20502*, **election** is defined as:

> stated in section 30101(1) of this title;

#### Citation:
  - *52 U.S.C. § 20502*
  - Heading: **Subtitle II-Voting Assistance and Election Administration > CHAPTER 205-NATIONAL VOTER REGISTRATION**

