Maryland Board of Elections addresses mail-in ballot error

MARYLAND (WBFF)— The Maryland State Board of Elections confirmed an error in some mail-in ballots, main some voters to obtain the improper celebration for the Gubernatorial Primary Election.

As a precaution, the state is resending all ballots regardless of whether or not you obtained the right one initially.

This doesn’t have an effect on anybody who was mailed a ballot earlier than May 14, 2026, or those that obtained/requested their mail-in ballot by internet supply (Print at Home ballot).

“We are diligently working to address this error and provide clear instructions to those affected as quickly as possible,” stated Maryland State Administrator of Elections, Jared DeMarinisin a press launch. “The State and Local Boards of Elections remain committed to running an election that is verified, secure and accurate. Mail-in voting is an integral facet of the electoral process. With over 500,000 voters requesting mail-in ballots, we want to eliminate any doubt in its integrity or accuracy that is why I have arranged the sending of replacement ballots.”

DeMarinis additionally stated, “Please be assured that we are actively answering phones and responding to emails and will remain transparent as we navigate through this situation. We will make every effort to ensure that everyone affected knows the situation and how to cast their ballot. Every vote matters, your voice will be heard, and our elections will remain verified, open, transparent, and secure.”

Questions or issues could be directed to the Maryland State Board of Elections by emailing info.sbe@maryland.gov or calling 410-269-2840.

For extra info on Maryland’s Primary Election, go to vote.md.gov/vote2026 or obtain the free Go Vote Maryland! App.