# Election Law (GEL)

## Title 5. Candidates

### Subtitle 7. Nomination

#### Section 5-701

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.

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