§ 5–701

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Election Law § 5-701 (2026)

Title 5. Candidates

Subtitle 7. Nomination

Nominations for public offices that are filled by elections governed by this article shall be made:

(1)

by party primary, for candidates of a principal political party;

(2)

by petition, for candidates not affiliated with any political party; or

(3)

in accordance with the constitution and bylaws of the political party, for candidates of a political party that does not nominate by party primary.