Maryland § 13-333
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-333, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-333.
(a) An individual who, within the meaning of § 13–327 of this subtitle, has failed to file a campaign finance report that is due from, or on behalf of, that individual, or who has an unpaid civil penalty under § 13–604.1 of this title, may not, until the individual corrects the failure to file or pay the penalty:
(1) be deemed to be elected to a public or party office in this State;
(2) take the oath or otherwise assume the duties of the office; or
(3) receive any salary or compensation for the office.
(b) An official of the State or any of its political subdivisions may not issue a commission or administer an oath of office to an individual until that official receives certification from the State Board that:
(1) all campaign finance reports due under § 13–304 of this subtitle from, or on behalf of, that individual have been filed; and
(2) the individual has no unpaid civil penalties under § 13–604.1 of this title.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-333
What does Maryland Code § 13-333 cover?
Section 13-333 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 § 13-333?
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