Maryland § 9-505
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 9-505, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-505.
(a) A vote–by–mail ballot is considered timely and may be counted if the ballot:
(1) is returned in person to the office of a local board by the voter or the voter’s duly authorized agent no later than 8 p.m. on the day of a special election; or
(2) (i) is received by mail by a local board no later than 10 a.m. on the second Friday after a special election; and
(ii) was mailed on or before election day, as verified:
1. by a postmark; or
2. if the return envelope does not contain a postmark or the postmark is illegible, by the voter’s affidavit that the ballot was mailed on or before election day.
(b) A vote–by–mail ballot that does not meet the requirements of subsection (a) of this section is not timely and may not be counted.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 9-505
What does Maryland Code § 9-505 cover?
Section 9-505 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 § 9-505?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 9-505" (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?
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How does Maryland § 9-505 apply to my situation?
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