§ 17–108
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
(a)
This section does not affect an appointment:
(1)
of an officer who requires special knowledge or training; or
(2)
to an office that requires expert knowledge or training.
(b)
An individual may not be appointed to any office in the State unless the individual has been a bona fide resident of the State for at least 12 months before the day of the individual’s appointment.
(c)
A State or county official may not appoint an individual unless the individual has been a bona fide resident of the State for at least 12 months and of the county in which the individual is appointed for at least 6 months before the day of the individual’s appointment.