Maryland § 5-601
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-601, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-601.
The name of a candidate shall remain on the ballot and be submitted to the voters at a primary election if:
(1) the candidate has filed a certificate of candidacy in accordance with the requirements of § 5-301 of this title and has satisfied any other requirements of this article relating to the office for which the individual is a candidate, provided the candidate:
(i) has not withdrawn the candidacy in accordance with Subtitle 5 of this title;
(ii) has not died or become disqualified, and that fact is known to the applicable board by the deadline prescribed in § 5-504(b) of this title;
(iii) does not seek nomination by petition pursuant to the provisions of § 5-703 of this title; or
(iv) is not a write-in candidate; or
(2) the candidate has qualified to have the candidate’s name submitted to the voters in a presidential primary election under Title 8, Subtitle 5 of this article.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-601
What does Maryland Code § 5-601 cover?
Section 5-601 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 § 5-601?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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