Maryland § 3-204.1

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 3-204.1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 3-204.1.

    (a)    The State Board may operate an online voter registration system that allows an individual to electronically:

        (1)    apply to become a registered voter; or

        (2)    change the individual’s name, address, or party affiliation in the individual’s existing voter registration record.

    (b)    To apply to register to vote through the online voter registration system, an individual shall:

        (1)    complete the electronic voter registration application;

        (2)    affirmatively attest, subject to the penalties of perjury, that the information contained in the voter registration application is true and that the applicant meets all of the qualifications to become a registered voter;

        (3)    provide one of the following:

            (i)    a Maryland driver’s license number or Maryland identification card number, the last four digits of the individual’s Social Security number, and other information identified by the State Board that is not generally available to the public but is readily available to the individual; or

            (ii)    if the individual is an absent uniformed services voter or overseas voter as defined in the federal Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act and does not have a Maryland driver’s license or Maryland identification card, a Social Security number; and

        (4)    affirmatively consent to the use of one of the following as the individual’s signature for the application being submitted:

            (i)    the electronic copy of the individual’s signature that is on file with the Motor Vehicle Administration; or

            (ii)    the individual’s Social Security number.

    (c)    To change an individual’s name, address, or party affiliation in the individual’s existing voter registration record, an individual shall:

        (1)    complete the electronic voter registration application;

        (2)    affirmatively attest, subject to the penalties of perjury, that the information contained in the voter registration application is true and that the applicant meets all of the qualifications to be a registered voter;

        (3)    provide one of the following:

            (i)    a Maryland driver’s license number or Maryland identification card number, the last four digits of the individual’s Social Security number, and other information identified by the State Board that is not generally available to the public but is readily available to the individual; or

            (ii)    if the individual is an absent uniformed services voter or overseas voter as defined in the federal Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act and does not have a Maryland driver’s license or Maryland identification card, a Social Security number; and

        (4)    affirmatively consent to the use of one of the following as the individual’s signature for the application being submitted:

            (i)    the electronic copy of the individual’s signature that is on file with the Motor Vehicle Administration; or

            (ii)    the individual’s Social Security number.

    (d)    The Motor Vehicle Administration shall transmit an electronic copy of an individual’s driver’s license or identification card signature to the State Board within 5 days of being notified by the State Board that the individual submitted a voter registration application through the online voter registration system.

    (e)    The State Board may:

        (1)    take any additional measures it deems necessary to ensure the integrity and accuracy of voter registration applications submitted through the online voter registration system; and

        (2)    adopt any regulations necessary to administer the online voter registration system.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 3-204.1

What does Maryland Code § 3-204.1 cover?

Section 3-204.1 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 § 3-204.1?

A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 3-204.1" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Maryland law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.

How does Maryland § 3-204.1 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

Sources & Verification

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Maryland.