If you were convicted of buying or selling votes, you are permanently prohibited from voting in Maryland. If you are a resident of Maryland, the same rules apply whether you were convicted of a federal or state crime. The same rules apply for Maryland voters even if the conviction occurred in another state. If you were convicted in another state, you should contact the Governor's office of that state to determine what procedures apply. If you move to another state, your right to vote will be controlled by the laws of that state.
Registration is available year round in Maryland.
To be eligible to vote in an upcoming election, you must register at least 25 days prior to the election. This pamphlet is provided for informational purposes only, as an aid to further inquiry. The laws in many states are revised frequently, and may have changed since this pamphlet was issued. It is your responsibility to determine whether you are lawfully eligible to vote, and criminal penalties can result from voting when ineligible or making false statements on a registration form.