§12–301.

    (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.