Sec. 33.16.06.02. Voter Intent

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A. This regulation applies whenever a ballot is not marked specifically in accordance with the instructions provided to the voter. For example, where the instructions call for:

(1) Marking a choice with an "x" in a box, and the voter uses a checkmark; or

(2) Filling in a circle, but the voter marks the choice with an asterisk.

B. In the situations described in §A of this regulation, the local board shall:

(1) Follow the standards established in COMAR 33.08.02; and

(2) Appropriately mark or duplicate the ballot for tabulating acceptability.

                    
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