# Election Law (GEL)

## Title 4. Political Parties

### Subtitle 1. Formation of Political Parties

#### Section 4-101

Except as to a matter of compelling State interest, if any provision of this title relating to party governance conflicts with the constitution and bylaws of a political party, the constitution and bylaws shall apply to the extent of the conflict.

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Md. Code Ann., Election Law (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)