# Local Government (GLG)

## Title 4. In General

### Subtitle 2. Incorporation of Municipalities

#### Section 4-211

(a) Casting a vote against the proposed incorporation does not prevent the voter from voting for a candidate for a municipal office.

(b) The county board of elections shall:

  (1) tally the votes cast for candidates to a municipal office; and

  (2) certify the results to the county commissioners or county council.

(c) If less than a majority of those who voted on the question voted in favor of incorporation under the proposed municipal charter, the votes cast for candidates for a municipal office are void.

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Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)