§ 16–903
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Election Law § 16-903 (2026)
Title 16. Offenses and Penalties
Subtitle 9. Other Offenses
§ 16–903LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a person may not attire or equip an individual, or permit an individual to be attired or equipped, in a manner which creates the appearance that the individual is performing an official or governmental function in connection with an election, including:
(1)
wearing a public or private law enforcement or security guard uniform;
(2)
using an armband; or
(3)
except as required by law or by regulation adopted by the State Board in connection with ballot security activities, carrying or displaying a gun or badge within 100 feet of a polling site on election day.
(b)
(1)
A law enforcement officer or security guard who is on duty or traveling to or from duty may vote while wearing a uniform.
(2)
A law enforcement officer who is performing an official governmental function may wear a uniform at a polling site.
(c)
A person who violates this section is subject to the civil penalty specified under § 16-1002 of this title.