Maryland § 12-305
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 12-305, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-305.
(a) (1) A person that accepts public campaign financing under Title 15 of this article may not solicit or accept a donation on behalf of a contested election committee in excess of the contribution limits established under Title 15 of this article.
(2) A person that accepts public campaign financing under § 13–505 of this article may not solicit or accept a donation on behalf of a contested election committee in excess of the contribution limits established in law by the governing body of the county in accordance with § 13–505 of this article.
(b) (1) A contested election committee may not accept a loan other than a loan from:
(i) a financial institution or other entity in the business of making loans; or
(ii) the personal funds of a candidate or the candidate’s spouse if the contested election committee was established to finance a recount of an election in which the candidate was on the ballot.
(2) A loan under this subsection may be of any amount.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 12-305
What does Maryland Code § 12-305 cover?
Section 12-305 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 § 12-305?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 12-305 apply to my situation?
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