# Election Law (GEL)

## Title 5. Candidates

### Subtitle 2. Qualifications

#### Section 5-201

An individual may become a candidate for a public or party office only if the individual satisfies the qualifications for that office established by law and, in the case of a party office, by party constitution or bylaws.

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