Maryland § 9-208

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 9-208, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 9-208.

    (a)    After the printing of ballots has begun and if an error or a change in circumstances affecting the ballots requires the State Board to implement a change in how a voter may cast a valid ballot, the State Administrator shall determine what measures a local board may take to notify voters of:

        (1)    the error or change in circumstances; and

        (2)    the manner in which the voters may cast valid ballots for that election.

    (b)    The State Administrator shall immediately take all reasonable steps to notify all candidates on the ballot and any other persons whom the State Administrator considers appropriate:

        (1)    on discovery of any change or correction affecting the ballots after the printing of ballots has begun; or

        (2)    when the State Administrator implements a change under subsection (a) of this section.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 9-208

What does Maryland Code § 9-208 cover?

Section 9-208 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.

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