Md. Const. art. XVII, § 8
- Constitution
- Constitution of Maryland
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
If at any election directed by this Constitution, any two or more candidates shall have the highest and an equal number of votes, a new election shall be ordered by the Governor, except in cases specially provided for by this Constitution.
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