§ 12–301
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Election Law § 12-301 (2026)
Title 12. Contested Elections
Subtitle 3. Contested Election Committee
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(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)
(1)
“Contested election” means an election subject to:
(i)
a recount under Subtitle 1 of this title; or
(ii)
a judicial challenge under Subtitle 2 of this title.
(2)
“Contested election” includes an election that may be subject to a recount under Subtitle 1 of this title, but for which a recount does not occur because neither candidate files a formal recount petition or initiates a judicial action.
(c)
“Contested election committee” means an entity formed for the exclusive purpose of receiving donations and making disbursements relating to a contested election.