What is the primary purpose of a recall?

The primary purpose of a recall is to remove elected officials from office. This political process allows voters to petition for a special election to determine whether an official should be removed before the end of their term. The recall process often involves gathering a certain number of signatures from registered voters on a petition, which demonstrates public discontent with the official's actions or decisions. If sufficient support is garnered, a recall election is held where voters decide whether to remove the official. This mechanism serves as a form of direct democracy, enabling the electorate to hold elected representatives accountable for their performance in office.

Options that suggest voting on new legislation, collecting signatures for new laws, or electing new representatives do not align with the specific intent of a recall, which is distinctly aimed at the removal of an individual from a currently held office.