SEC. 8. Incumbent elective officials running for the same office shall not be considered resigned upon the filing of their certificates of candidacy. They shall continue to hold office until their successors shall have been elected and qualified.
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CitationRA 6679 Section 8 (LawPlayer, data as of July 4, 2026)
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