Md. Code Regs. 33.16.06.02

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 24, December 2, 2024

Section 33.16.06.02 - Voter Intent

A. This regulation applies whenever a ballot is not marked specifically in accordance with the instructions provided to the voter. For example, where the instructions call for:

(1) Marking a choice with an "x" in a box, and the voter uses a checkmark; or

(2) Filling in a circle, but the voter marks the choice with an asterisk.

B. In the situations described in §A of this regulation, the local board shall:

(1) Follow the standards established in COMAR 33.08.02; and

(2) Appropriately mark or duplicate the ballot for tabulating acceptability.

Md. Code Regs. 33.16.06.02

Regulations .02 adopted as an emergency provision effective July 3, 2002 (29:18 Md. R. 1441); adopted permanently effective October 14, 2002 (29:20 Md. R. 1596)