Maryland § 12-102
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 12-102, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-102.
(a) An opposing candidate of the petitioner under § 12-101 of this subtitle may file a counterpetition if:
(1) the petition filed under § 12-101 of this subtitle did not specify all of the precincts in which the office was on the ballot; and
(2) on completion of the recount, the winner of the election is changed.
(b) A counterpetition shall be a request for a recount of the votes for the office in the precincts not specified by the petitioner under § 12-101 of this subtitle.
(c) The opposing candidate shall file the counterpetition with the board with which the candidate’s certificate of candidacy was filed.
(d) The petition must be filed within 2 days of the determination under subsection (a)(2) of this section.
(e) (1) The State Board shall promptly notify each appropriate local board of a counterpetition that is filed with the State Board.
(2) A local board shall promptly notify the State Board of a counterpetition that is filed with the local board.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 12-102
What does Maryland Code § 12-102 cover?
Section 12-102 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 12-102?
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