(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. (b) (1) “Contested election” means an election subject to: (i) a recount under Subtitle 1 of this title; or (ii) a judicial challenge under Subtitle 2 of this title. (2) “Contested election” includes an election that may be subject to a recount under Subtitle 1 of this title, but for which a recount does not occur because neither candidate files a formal recount petition or initiates a judicial action. (c) “Contested election committee” means an entity formed for the exclusive purpose of receiving donations and making disbursements relating to a contested election.
§ Md. Election Law § 12-301(untitled)
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