Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Term limits are regulations that restrict the number of terms an officeholder may serve in a particular elected position. They are designed to ensure turnover in political positions and prevent the concentration of power.
Related terms
Incumbency: The condition of already holding an elected office.
A body of electors established by the United States Constitution, which forms every four years for the sole purpose of electing the president and vice president.
Judiciary: The branch of government that interprets laws and administers justice through courts