1. The candidate who obtains the largest number of valid votes of the voters of a local unit is elected mayor of the respective municipality or commune.
2. When two or more candidates obtain an equal number of votes, lots are drawn between them. The drawing is organized by the CEC in a public session with the participation of the candidates. The rules of the drawing are determined by the CEC.
3. The seats of the local councils are allocated by the CEC on the basis of the proportional system, in accordance with the same procedures provided in articles 162 and 163 of this Code.
