Rule 21-403. Activities of candidates for appointive judicial office.

A. A candidate for appointment to judicial office shall not solicit or accept funds, personally or through a committee or otherwise, to support the candidacy. B. A candidate for appointment to judicial office shall not engage in political activity to secure the appointment except that such candidate may: (1) communicate with the appointing authority, including any nominating commission designated to screen candidates; (2) seek support or endorsement for the appointment from organizations and from individuals to the extent requested, required or permitted by the appointing authority and the nominating commission; and (3) provide to the appointing authority and the nominating commission information as to the candidate's qualifications for office.