Sec. 33.05.05.04. Duplicate or Changed VNC

A. Scope. This regulation applies whenever a voter currently registered in Maryland requests a:

(1) Duplicate VNC to replace a lost, destroyed, or damaged VNC;

(2) Change of name or party affiliation;

(3) Change of address within the State.

B. New VNC to Be Issued. When a local board office receives the request, the election director shall:

(1) Conduct any needed inquiry; and

(2) If the election director determines that the request is in order, issue at no charge to the voter and send the applicant a new VNC by nonforwardable mail.

C. Action on Return of VNC. If the VNC is returned as undeliverable, the election director shall:

(1) Send to the applicant, by forwardable mail, a confirmation notice, with a preaddressed, postage prepaid, return card on which the applicant can report his or her current address; and

(2) Maintain a record in accordance with COMAR 33.05.02.05.