Bolivian Elected Officials Can Run for Office Without Resignation, Clarifies Legal Expert

Santa Cruz, Bolivia – May 22, 2025 – A recent news segment from Bolivian news outlet eju.tv clarified a key point of Bolivian law regarding elected officials running for office. The discussion, part of the La Hora Pico Radio program, featured Jose Miguel Callejas, Vice President of TED SC, who explained that elected officials do not need to resign their current posts to run for other offices. Callejas stated, "Las autoridades electas que están en un cargo no deben renunciar si son candidatos." This statement, meaning "Elected officials who hold office do not have to resign if they are candidates," clarifies a point of potential confusion surrounding Bolivian electoral law. The constitutional basis for this interpretation was also mentioned, though not detailed in the brief video clip. This ruling ensures that citizens can maintain their elected positions while pursuing further political opportunities, promoting ongoing governmental stability and continuity.