Md. Code, Elec. Law § 13-202

Current with changes from the 2024 legislative session from Chs. 2 through 1049, effective on or before 6/1/2024
Section 13-202 - Campaign finance entity required
(a) This section does not apply to a candidate for election to the central committee of a political party if the candidate during an election cycle does not:
(1) spend more than $1,000 in personal funds; or
(2) accept contributions.
(b) Unless otherwise expressly authorized by law, all campaign finance activity for an election under this article shall be conducted through a campaign finance entity.
(c) An individual may not file a certificate of candidacy or a declaration of intent under § 5-703 or § 5-703.1 of this article until the individual establishes, or causes to be established, an authorized candidate campaign committee.
(d) A circulator may not collect signatures for a petition under Article XI-A, Article XI-F, or Article XVI of the Maryland Constitution or under § 9-205 of the Local Government Article until the sponsor of the petition establishes a ballot issue committee.

Md. Code, EL § 13-202

Amended by 2016 Md. Laws, Ch. 726,Sec. 1, eff. 10/1/2016.
Amended by 2016 Md. Laws, Ch. 725,Sec. 1, eff. 10/1/2016.
Amended by 2015 Md. Laws, Ch. 380,Sec. 1, eff. 10/1/2015.