Elections and Boundaries Commission Rejects Fraud Claims

The Elections and Boundaries Commission has firmly denied allegations of electoral fraud in the Cayo North Electoral Division. It said in a press release that all voter registration processes comply with the Representation of the People Act.

The statement comes amid concerns over the inclusion of certain names on the electoral list. “Any challenges regarding voter residency within the division are being properly addressed through the appropriate legal channels,” it said.

The Commission acknowledged an appeal filed in Inferior Appeal No. CV20240006, challenging a decision by Revising Officer Her Honour Kara Walters on November 13, 2024, regarding the legitimacy of specific names on the Cayo North voter roll. The matter is now before the courts.

Additionally, a constitutional application under Section 20(3) of the Constitution of Belize has been filed, seeking judicial clarification on whether the Revising Officer’s proceedings adhered to legal and procedural requirements under the Representation of the People Act, Cap. 9.

“The Commission remains committed to upholding the integrity of Belize’s electoral system and will continue to cooperate with the courts to ensure that all legal and constitutional questions are properly addressed.”