An election recount takes place in the event that the initial vote tally during an election is extremely close, and that therefore a recount of the ballots is necessary to ensure an accurate result.

Notable recounts

• Florida election recount - 2000 U.S. presidential election
• Washington gubernatorial election, 2004
• Vermont Auditor of Accounts election, 2006
• Florida's congressional elections, 2006 - Florida's 13th congressional district