§ 12–106
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Election Law § 12-106 (2026)
Title 12. Contested Elections
Subtitle 1. Recounts
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(a)
In accordance with regulations adopted by the State Board, the local board shall:
(1)
conduct the recount and certify the official result of the election or question which is the subject of the recount; and
(2)
ensure the public’s ability to be present while the recount is conducted.
(b)
The State Board shall monitor and support the work of any local board conducting a recount to ensure compliance with this subtitle.
(c)
The State Board shall establish a procedure that will allow petitioners and counterpetitioners to request that a recount be terminated prior to its completion.
(d)
When a recount is completed, the local board, and when appropriate the State Board, shall correct the primary, general, or special election returns and certificates that were made by a canvassing board.