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§ 13–202

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Election Law § 13-202 (2026)
Title 13. Campaign Finance
Subtitle 2. Campaign Finance Organization and Activity

§ 13–202Copy Citation

(a)
This section does not apply to a candidate for election to the central committee of a political party if the candidate during an election cycle does not:
(1)
spend more than $1,000 in personal funds; or
(2)
accept contributions.
(b)
Unless otherwise expressly authorized by law, all campaign finance activity for an election under this article shall be conducted through a campaign finance entity.
(c)
An individual may not file a certificate of candidacy or a declaration of intent under § 5–703 or § 5–703.1 of this article until the individual establishes, or causes to be established, an authorized candidate campaign committee.
(d)
A circulator may not collect signatures for a petition under Article XI–A, Article XI–F, or Article XVI of the Maryland Constitution or under § 9–205 of the Local Government Article until the sponsor of the petition establishes a ballot issue committee.