Vologda: three chairmen of election commissions were removed

In Vologda, three chairmen of election commissions in the Zarechny part of the city were removed from office at once, the regional election commission said . The reason was a complaint about violations during early voting.

Observers of one of the candidates revealed the facts of double voting in several areas. The incident that occurred in the district No. 10 is engaged in law enforcement agencies. The situation and the Central Election Commission are also informed about the situation.

The regional election commission noted that the chairmen of the PEC No. 291, 293 and 294 were exempted from duties. If the fact of the violation is proved, they will be punished. According to the current legislation, for the illegal issuance of ballots to threaten up to 5 years in prison.

Early voting started on August 28. It takes place only in the municipal elections that will be held on a single voting day - September 8. In addition to the elections of regional deputies, the election of the governor will also take place. In Vologda, 141 polling station will work.