The bipartisan boards of canvassers at the county and state level are required by law to affirm the will of the people as demonstrated by the number of votes cast for each candidate in an election. Each board is comprised of two Republicans and two Democrats. Michigan law provides the county canvassers 14 days to examine everything that transpired in the elections in jurisdictions in their counties, and then certify the results and the election. The State Board of Canvassers subsequently must vote to certify all the county elections. There are a number of procedural checks-and-balances that ensure that elections are secure, and all eligible votes are accurately counted. Residents interested in learning more about canvassing and elections in Michigan are encouraged to become an election inspector by contacting their local clerk or Democracy MVP.