How does an officer relinquish their elected position prior to the expiration of the term?

An officer relinquishes their elected position prior to the expiration of the term through a formal resignation. This process typically involves submitting an official written notice to the appropriate governing body or authority within the organization or institution. A formal resignation ensures that there is a clear and documented intention to vacate the position, which helps maintain organizational integrity and allows for the necessary arrangements to be made for a successor or interim officer.

Voting, issuing a statement, or nomination do not constitute the formal process of resigning from an elected position. These actions do not effectively communicate the officer's intent to step down nor facilitate the transition that follows such a decision. Each of these options serves different purposes within organizational procedures and governance but does not fulfill the requirement of a formal resignation.