# Election Law (GEL)

## Title 5. Candidates

### Subtitle 5. Withdrawal of Candidacy After Filing but Before Primary Election

#### Section 5-501

An individual who has filed a certificate of candidacy may withdraw the candidacy by filing a certificate of withdrawal as provided in this subtitle.

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