Terms Used In Alabama Code 17-14-73

  • state: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the several territories of the United States. See Alabama Code 1-1-1

Within 22 days after the time for making the returns, the Governor, in the presence of the Secretary of State and Attorney General, or either of them in the absence of the other, must estimate the returns, ascertain which candidates are elected and notify them by proclamation.