§ 16–901
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Election Law § 16-901 (2026)
Title 16. Offenses and Penalties
Subtitle 9. Other Offenses
§ 16–901LinkCopy Citation
(a)
A person may not falsely or fraudulently:
(1)
make, deface, or destroy a certificate of candidacy or certificate of nomination or any part of the certificate; or
(2)
file or suppress a certificate of candidacy or certificate of nomination that has been duly filed.
(b)
A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine of not less than $100 nor more than $1,000 or imprisonment for not more than 3 years or both.