Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 13-601 — MD Code / Article get / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-601
§13–601.
Status: in_force

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Activities of daily living” means basic activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living.

(c) “Basic activities of daily living” means the routine activities that people do every day without assistance that include:

(1) Eating;

(2) Bathing;

(3) Dressing;

(4) Toileting;

(5) Mobility; and

(6) Continence.

(d) “Deception” means a misrepresentation or concealment of a material fact relating to services rendered, disposition of property, or the use of property intended to benefit a susceptible adult or older adult.

(e) (1) “Financial exploitation” means an act taken by a person who:

(i) Stands in a position of trust and confidence with a susceptible adult or older adult and who knowingly obtains or uses, or endeavors to obtain or use, a susceptible adult’s or older adult’s funds, assets, or property with the intent to temporarily or permanently deprive the susceptible adult or older adult of the use, benefit, or possession of the funds, assets, or property for the benefit of someone other than the susceptible adult or older adult, in such a manner that is not fair and reasonable;

(ii) By deception, false pretenses, false promises, larceny, embezzlement, misapplication, conversion, intimidation, coercion, isolation, excessive persuasion, or similar actions and tactics, obtains or uses, or endeavors to obtain or use, a susceptible adult’s or older adult’s funds, assets, or property with the intent to temporarily or permanently deprive the susceptible adult or older adult of the use, benefit, or possession of the funds, assets, or property for the benefit of someone other than the susceptible adult or older adult; or

(iii) Knows or should know that a susceptible adult or older adult lacks capacity to consent and who obtains or uses, or endeavors to obtain or use, the susceptible adult’s or older adult’s funds, assets, or property with the intent to temporarily or permanently deprive the susceptible adult or older adult of the use, benefit, or possession of the funds, assets, or property for the benefit of someone other than the susceptible adult or older adult.

(2) “Financial exploitation” includes:

(i) Breach of a fiduciary relationship resulting in the unauthorized appropriation, sale, or transfer of property;

(ii) Unauthorized taking of personal assets;

(iii) Misappropriation, misuse, or transfer of assets belonging to a susceptible adult or older adult from a personal or joint account; and

(iv) Intentional failure to effectively use a susceptible adult’s or older adult’s income and assets for the necessities required for the susceptible adult’s or older adult’s support and maintenance.

(3) “Financial exploitation” does not include an individual’s good–faith use of a susceptible adult’s or older adult’s assets, including for the purposes of establishing and implementing an estate plan intended to reduce taxes or to maximize eligibility for public benefits in order to preserve assets for an identified or identifiable person.

(f) “Instrumental activities of daily living” means the skills and abilities needed to perform day–to–day tasks associated with an independent lifestyle, including:

(1) Using the telephone;

(2) Doing laundry and dressing;

(3) Shopping and running errands;

(4) Securing transportation;

(5) Preparing meals;

(6) Managing medications;

(7) Housekeeping; and

(8) Managing finances.

(g) “Intimidation” means a communication, by word or act, that a susceptible adult or older adult will suffer physical violence or emotional injury or will be deprived of food, nutrition, clothing, shelter, supervision, medicine, medical services, money, social interaction, or emotional or financial support.

(h) “Obtains or uses” means any manner of taking or exercising control over property or making any use, disposition, or transfer of property.

(i) “Older adult” means an individual who is at least 68 years old.

(j) “Position of trust and confidence” means a relationship, whether formed by a formal or informal agreement between a susceptible adult or older adult and another person or recognized by a formal declaration or court order, in which:

(1) A person is entrusted with the use or management of the property or assets of the susceptible adult or older adult, or the susceptible adult’s or older adult’s care; or

(2) There is a special confidence or trust placed in a person who, in equity and good conscience, is bound to act in good faith and with due regard to the interests of the susceptible adult or older adult.

(k) “Susceptible adult” means an adult who is unable to perform, without prompting or assistance, one or more activities of daily living, is unable to protect the adult’s rights, or has diminished executive functioning, due to:

(1) Advanced age;

(2) Mental, emotional, sensory, or physical disability or disease;

(3) Impaired mobility;

(4) Habitual drunkenness;

(5) Addiction to drugs; or

(6) Hospitalization.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-706 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-706
§13–706.
Status: in_force

If a person is required to provide an income tax withholding statement under § 10-911 of this article, the Comptroller shall assess a penalty of $50 for each violation, if the person willfully:

(1) fails to provide a required withholding statement; or

(2) provides a false withholding statement.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-4801 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 48 / Section 13-4801
§13–4801.
Status: in_force

§13–4801. IN EFFECT

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2027 PER CHAPTERS 290 AND 291 OF 2023 //

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Behavioral health” includes substance–related disorders, addictive disorders, mental disorders, life stressors and crises, and stress–related physical symptoms.

(c) “Commission” means the Commission on Behavioral Health Care Treatment and Access.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 13-531 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-531
§13–531.
Status: in_force

A sale of property ordered under this subtitle shall be made for cash and gives the purchaser clear and absolute title.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-4707 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 47 / Section 13-4707
§13–4707.
Status: in_force

On or before July 1 each year, the Department shall submit an annual report on the Program to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly.
Md. Code, Local Government § 13-302 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-302
§13–302.
Status: in_force

This part applies only in:

(1) Carroll County;

(2) Frederick County; and

(3) Washington County.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-1059 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 10 / Section 13A-1059
§13A–1059.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, though not specifically mentioned in this title, all disorders and neglects to the prejudice of good order and discipline in the State military forces and all conduct of a nature to bring discredit on the State military forces, and crimes both federal and State and offenses not capital, shall be taken cognizance of by a court–martial and punished at the discretion of a military court.

(b) Where a crime constitutes an offense that violates both this title and the criminal laws of the state where the offense occurs or criminal laws of the United States, jurisdiction of the military court must be determined in accordance with § 13A–102 of this title.
Md. Code, Local Government § 13-315 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-315
§13–315.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies to all counties except:

(1) Anne Arundel County;

(2) Baltimore City;

(3) Baltimore County;

(4) Cecil County;

(5) Howard County;

(6) Prince George’s County;

(7) Queen Anne’s County; and

(8) Worcester County.

(b) The provisions of §§ 9–105 and 9–106 of this article apply to an act, an ordinance, or a resolution adopted by a commission county under this section.

(c) The governing body of a county may license and regulate a person who conducts the business of or acts as an itinerant or door–to–door peddler or salesman of goods or subscriptions for magazines and other periodical publications, either by sample or otherwise.

(d) The County Commissioners of Carroll County may license and regulate a person who engages in business for less than 1 year at any single location.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-1205 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 12 / Section 13-1205
§13–1205.
Status: in_force

(a) A health care provider or health care facility, as defined under Title 19, Subtitles 3, 3A, and 3B of this article, shall provide the Maternal Mortality Review Program reasonable access to all relevant medical records associated with a case under review by the Maternal Mortality Review Program.

(b) A health care provider or health care facility, as defined under Title 19, Subtitles 3, 3A, and 3B of this article, shall provide to the local team, on request of the chair, prompt access to all relevant medical records associated with a case under review by the Maternal Mortality Review Program without undue delay.

(c) The provisions of Title 4, Subtitle 3 of this article do not apply to a disclosure made to the Program or to a local team under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Environment § 13-307 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-307
§13–307.
Status: in_force

(a) Each class of license authorizes the licensee to practice well drilling under the conditions set by the rules and regulations of the Board for that class of license while the license is effective.

(b) A license does not permit a licensee to make any well for which the following permits have not been obtained from the Department, if required:

(1) A permit to drill a well under § 9-1306 of this article; or

(2) A water appropriation or use permit under § 5-502 of this article.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-4901 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 49 / Section 13-4901
§13–4901.
Status: in_force

§13–4901. IN EFFECT

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL NOVEMBER 30, 2027 PER CHAPTERS 290, 291, AND 369 OF 2023 //

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Behavioral health care coordination” means a person–centered, team–based activity designed to:

(1) Assess and meet the needs of an individual with a behavioral health condition; and

(2) Help the individual navigate the health care system effectively and efficiently.

(c) “Pilot Program” means the Behavioral Health Care Coordination Value–Based Purchasing Pilot Program.

(d) “Value–based purchasing” means financially incentivizing providers to meet specified outcome measures.
Md. Code, Real Property § 13-102 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-102
§13–102.
Status: in_force

(a) The purposes of land patent proceedings are to:

(1) Avoid uncertainties caused by the existence of vacant land, by promptly ruling on the claim of a patent applicant;

(2) Give governmental bodies priority in reserving vacant land for public use; and

(3) In the absence of public need, benefit the community by expanding the tax base as previously untaxed, vacant land is recognized and made to contribute its rightful share towards financing government.

(b) It is the intention of the General Assembly, therefore, that the State’s land patent proceedings provide a simple, convenient, and prompt method for reserving vacant land for the public use of governmental bodies, for promoting private ownership of vacant land and, in certain instances, for clarifying the ownership of land previously patented.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-32A-01 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 32A / Section 13-32A-01
§13–32A–01.
Status: in_force

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Council” means the Virginia I. Jones Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Council.

(c) “Director” means the Director of Dementia Services and Brain Health.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-621 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-621
§13–621.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) “Educational institution” includes:

(i) Public schools, as defined in § 1–101(k) of the Education Article; and

(ii) A public institution of higher education, as defined in § 11–206.1(a)(2) of the Education Article.

(3) “Licensed dealer” includes, as to Class 1A (dealer) plates provided for under § 13–940 of this title, a licensed manufacturer, licensed distributor, and licensed factory branch.

(b) If a licensed dealer owns a vehicle that is mainly used in the dealer’s business and that otherwise is required to be registered under this title, the dealer may apply to the Administration for the issuance of as many special, dealer registration plates as the Administration authorizes.

(c) Except as otherwise provided in § 15–305.1 of this article and Subtitle 9 of this title, a licensed dealer may:

(1) Drive, under any one dealer registration plate issued to the dealer:

(i) Any vehicle owned by the dealer and mainly used in the dealer’s business; and

(ii) Any vehicle in the possession of the dealer, but not owned by him, if the dealer has the consent of the owner of the vehicle to this use; and

(2) As to any vehicle the dealer owns and to which is attached any one dealer registration plate issued to the dealer:

(i) 1. Lend the vehicle to a prospective buyer, for demonstration purposes; and

2. Permit the prospective buyer to drive the vehicle under that plate for a period of not more than 10 days from the date of delivery of the vehicle to the prospective buyer, regardless of the business in which the prospective buyer is engaged or the use to which the vehicle will be put during the demonstration period; and

(ii) Lend the vehicle to an educational institution that provides accommodations for the deaf and hard of hearing in its driver’s education instruction under a manufacturer–sponsored driver’s education loan program approved by the Administration.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-709 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-709
§13–709.
Status: in_force

(a) The county commissioners may adopt regulations to govern:

(1) the conduct or play of bingo;

(2) the issuance of bingo licenses;

(3) the setting of fees for bingo licenses; and

(4) the determination of the election districts and precincts in which bingo may be conducted.

(b) In adopting regulations, the county commissioners shall ensure uniform application as to:

(1) the determination of the districts and precincts in which bingo may be conducted; and

(2) the setting of fees.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 13-105 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-105
§13–105.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Each application for the forfeiture of contraband shall be by complaint and shall be filed in the District Court or circuit court of the county in which the contraband was seized.

(2) The complaint shall be served in accordance with Maryland Rule 2-121 or 3-121(a), or if service of process is unable to be made and the summons is returned non est, substitute service may be made in accordance with Maryland Rule 2-122 or 3-121(b) or (c).

(b) (1) If a conviction, including a plea of guilty or plea of nolo contendere, is entered against a person arrested in connection with the seizure of the money, the financial authority shall apply to the District Court or circuit court for an order forfeiting the money to the jurisdiction that the financial authority serves.

(2) The financial authority shall apply for the order within 90 days after entry of the conviction or plea, unless the case is appealed.

(c) Before ordering a forfeiture of the money, the court must be satisfied that no undetermined proceeding to recover the money is pending in court against the financial authority.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-740 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-740
§13–740.
Status: in_force

(a) A member county or local entity within a member county may submit a proposal for funding under this part.

(b) To qualify for funding, a project shall be:

(1) a capital infrastructure project that:

(i) is linked to economic development in the region, as approved by the Board; and

(ii) receives 20% matching funds from the member county where the project is located, another local entity, a private business, or a combination thereof;

(2) a business development project that:

(i) encourages and promotes downtown neighborhood revitalization, small business tourism, or other areas as approved by the Board; and

(ii) receives 10% matching funds from the member county where the project is located, another local entity, a private business, or a combination thereof; or

(3) any other project that the Board determines is appropriate to promote economic development in the region.

(c) (1) (i) The Board shall develop criteria to review, evaluate, and rate project proposals for funding under this part.

(ii) The criteria in subparagraph (i) of this paragraph shall ensure that the project:

1. except as provided in item 2 of this subparagraph, creates or retains at least 25 jobs;

2. creates or retains at least 10 jobs each with wages that exceed 120% of the State minimum wage; or

3. creates significant population growth in the county or municipality in which the project is located, as certified in writing to the Board by the county commissioners for the member county or the municipal government for the municipality in which the project is located.

(2) (i) The Board shall choose which projects to award grants and loans to based on the criteria developed in accordance with paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(ii) The Board or the Executive Director shall distribute grants and loans to projects based on the decisions made by the Board in accordance with subparagraph (i) of this paragraph.

(d) (1) The Board or the Executive Director shall monitor and track the progress of each project that receives funding under this part.

(2) If the Board determines that sufficient progress is not being made toward achieving the requirements of this section, the Board may reclaim the awarded funds.

(e) The funding provided in this section shall be used to supplement and not supplant any funds that would otherwise be provided to the Board or the member counties.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-953 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-953
§13–953.
Status: in_force

(a) Any person with a perfected security interest in a vehicle may apply to the Administration for a duplicate of the security interest filing.

(b) If a person who applies to the Administration for a duplicate of the security interest filing under this section furnishes information satisfactory to the Administration and pays the required fee, the Administration shall issue to the person a duplicate of the security interest filing.

(c) For the issuance of a duplicate of a security interest filing under this section, the fee shall be established by the Administration.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-4203 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 42 / Section 13-4203
§13–4203.
Status: in_force

(a) The activities of the Center shall include:

(1) Strategic planning;

(2) Technical assistance;

(3) State and local government coordination; and

(4) Facilitating the provision of train–the–trainer courses for the Sequential Intercept Model for completion in 2021 in partnership with the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, with the goal of training 50 individuals in the State as facilitators.

(b) The Center shall provide technical assistance to local governments for the purposes of:

(1) Sharing best practices across jurisdictions;

(2) Applying for grants to support work related to behavioral health, public safety, or criminal justice;

(3) Facilitating the distribution of resources, technical assistance, and training in best practices related to behavioral health, public safety, or criminal justice; and

(4) Facilitating local and regional Sequential Intercept Model Summits.

(c) The Center shall develop the following:

(1) A statewide model for law enforcement–assisted diversion;

(2) Recommendations for pretrial services;

(3) Procedures for sharing deflection and diversion statistics between relevant State agencies;

(4) Recommendations for statewide implementation of law enforcement–assisted diversion programs; and

(5) A statewide model for community crisis intervention services other than law enforcement.

(d) (1) The Center shall host one State Sequential Intercept Model Summit each year for the purpose of sharing best practices across jurisdictions and tracking the progression of Maryland’s community health and public safety system.

(2) It is the intent of the General Assembly that the Center apply to the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration for grant funding to hold subsequent State Sequential Intercept Model Summits annually.

(e) The Center shall support county or regional Sequential Intercept Model mapping workshops and summarize results in reports that inform cross–agency planning and program development.

(f) The Center shall implement systems and policies that establish a regional approach to community health and public safety, including by:

(1) Facilitating multijurisdictional applications for federal behavioral health and criminal justice grants;

(2) Coordinating and connecting similar programs across multiple jurisdictions; and

(3) Assisting localities in broadening and formalizing county–level collaboration in behavioral health, public safety, and criminal justice.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-315 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-315
§13–315.
Status: in_force

(a) The Program shall be the payor of last resort. The Department is authorized to require providers to seek all available third party reimbursement prior to billing the Program.

(b) If it is determined to be in the Department’s best interest, the Department may pay the health insurance premiums of recipients, including Part B premiums, to insurance carriers or employers under the Program.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-502 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-502
§13–502.
Status: in_force

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Advisory Council” means the State Advisory Council on Health and Wellness.

(c) “Program” means the Arthritis Prevention and Control Program.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-503 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-503
§13–503.
Status: in_force

As to contributions to the Howard County Executive, a member of the County Council of Howard County, or a candidate for either of those offices, Title 5, Subtitle 8, Part VIII of the General Provisions Article may apply.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 13-1111 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 13 / Subtitle 11 / Section 13-1111
§13–1111.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Authority may consider proposals submitted by the local jurisdictions within a recognized heritage area to designate recognized heritage areas as certified heritage areas.

(2) The sponsoring local jurisdictions shall prepare a proposal that includes a management plan for the recognized heritage area.

(3) The local jurisdictions shall develop the management plan in cooperation and consultation with the Authority and relevant private interests.

(4) On approval of the management plan by the Authority and all local jurisdictions within the recognized heritage area:

(i) The Authority shall designate the recognized heritage area as a certified heritage area; and

(ii) The management plan shall be the plan for purposes of implementing the certified heritage area for both the State and local jurisdictions.

(b) The Authority shall adopt regulations that specify the criteria and procedures for the consideration and adoption of a proposed management plan.

(c) The Authority may not designate more than two recognized heritage areas as certified heritage areas for each fiscal year.

(d) The Authority shall hold at least one public hearing concerning the proposed management plan for a recognized heritage area in each recognized heritage area proposed for designation as a certified heritage area.

(e) Before submission of a management plan to the Authority for approval, the management plan must be submitted for approval to the local governing body of each jurisdiction within the recognized heritage area in the form of an amendment to the local plan.

(f) The management plan shall be submitted to the Authority within forty-five days after preliminary approval by all local jurisdictions within the recognized heritage area.

(g) A management plan for a certified heritage area shall include:

(1) An identification of:

(i) The boundaries of the recognized heritage area as set forth in the original designation or as proposed for revision by the management plan;

(ii) The land use recommendations of the local plans of all of the local jurisdictions within the recognized heritage area; and

(iii) The zones within the recognized heritage area for particular nature and intensity of use, including zones most appropriately devoted to public use and development by State or local government, and for private use;

(2) An inventory and evaluation of the significant natural and cultural resources within the recognized heritage area;

(3) An identification of the types of public and private uses to be encouraged within the recognized heritage area;

(4) An identification of properties, if any, to be acquired, in whole or in part;

(5) A description of the educational, interpretive, and recreational programs and projects to be undertaken in the recognized heritage area;

(6) A description of plans for encouraging and accommodating visitation to and compatible economic development of the recognized heritage area;

(7) An economic assessment of the long and short term costs and benefits related to the implementation of the management plan, including an identification of expected sources of funding;

(8) A description of the techniques or means for the preservation and protection of the natural and cultural resources within the recognized heritage area, including:

(i) Appropriate existing or proposed local legislation for the designation and protection of historic properties or natural areas to assure that future local actions and development will be consistent with the goals and objectives for the recognized heritage area; and

(ii) If the plan proposes the enactment of one or more ordinances to provide for one or more historic preservation commissions for specific sites, structures, or districts within the recognized heritage area, provisions that:

1. Are consistent with Title 8 of the Land Use Article;

2. Provide for membership on the Historic Preservation Commission in accordance with the minimum professional requirements of the United States Department of the Interior for certifying local governments under 36 C.F.R. Part 61; and

3. Provide that the Historic Preservation Commission review and approve the design of all projects that the local jurisdiction conducts, assists, licenses, or permits that affect designated historic properties within the recognized heritage area;

(9) A description of the organizational structure to be utilized for planning, development, and management of the heritage area, including the responsibilities and interrelationships of local and State agencies; and

(10) A schedule for the planning, development, and management of the recognized heritage area.

(h) Each management plan must demonstrate that the capability exists to implement and manage the recognized heritage area, including the capability:

(1) To accept and disburse funds;

(2) To acquire, improve, and dispose of property;

(3) To manage, operate, and maintain appropriate public facilities; and

(4) To adopt and enforce land use and preservation standards as required to protect the resources within the heritage area.

(i) If the Authority determines that information in a previously submitted management plan contains sufficient information to fulfill the purpose of the management plan, the Authority may waive in whole or in part selected individual requirements regarding the submission of the management plan.

(j) The Authority shall approve or disapprove the management plan within 90 days after the Authority receives a management plan from the local jurisdictions.

(k) The Authority may not approve a management plan unless the Authority determines that a management plan would adequately carry out the purposes of this subtitle.

(l) If the Authority disapproves a management plan, the Authority shall advise the local jurisdictions in writing of the reason for the disapproval and provide recommendations for a revision of the plan.

(m) The Authority shall approve or disapprove any revisions to an existing management plan in the same manner as specified in subsections (j) through (l) of this section.

(n) Approval of a management plan by the Authority and final approval of the plan by all local jurisdictions within a recognized heritage area shall:

(1) Establish the designation of a recognized heritage area as a certified heritage area;

(2) Establish eligibility for the receipt of acquisition, development, and programming assistance from the State within the certified heritage area boundaries;

(3) Establish eligibility for qualifying properties and persons for certain tax incentives for activities within the defined heritage area boundaries; and

(4) For continuance of the certified heritage area, require appropriate local action to protect and safeguard the significant resources in the certified heritage area.

(o) The Canal Place Historic Preservation District established under Subtitle 10 of this title is the initial certified heritage area designated under this subtitle.

(p) After holding a public hearing in the certified heritage area that is the subject of the Authority’s review, the Authority may withdraw its approval of a management plan if the Authority finds that a local jurisdiction responsible for the certified heritage area:

(1) Has taken actions which have had a significant adverse impact upon significant certified heritage area resources; or

(2) Has failed to implement its role under a management plan.

(q) If the Authority withdraws its approval of a management plan:

(1) The heritage area shall no longer be designated as a certified heritage area; and

(2) The Authority shall report its withdrawal of approval to the Governor and the General Assembly stating the reasons for the action of the Authority.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-1A-03 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 1A / Section 13-1A-03
§13–1A–03.
Status: in_force

(a) A private letter ruling issued under this subtitle may be relied on solely and prospectively by the person for whom the private letter ruling is requested unless there is an intervening statutory or regulatory change or the private letter ruling is revoked by the Comptroller.

(b) A private letter ruling is binding on the Comptroller for a period of 7 years unless:

(1) there has been a misstatement or omission of material facts in the request;

(2) the actual facts are determined to be materially different from the facts on which the private letter ruling was based;

(3) there has been a change in law or a final decision in a contested case that the Comptroller determines affects the validity of the private letter ruling; or

(4) the Comptroller has modified or revoked the private letter ruling.

(c) An unfavorable private letter ruling does not bind the person for whom the private letter ruling was requested.

(d) The modification or revocation of a private letter ruling by the Comptroller may not be applied retroactively to taxable periods or taxable years before the effective date of the modification or revocation.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-2006 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 20 / Section 13-2006
§13–2006.
Status: in_force

(a) A person who violates a provision of § 13-2002, § 13-2003, or § 13-2004 of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

(b) Each day that a person violates this section is a separate violation.
Md. Code, Local Government § 13-119 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-119
§13–119.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) In Charles County, on or before July 1 of each year, a person owning or keeping a dog shall apply to the county tax collector for a license for the dog if the dog is at least 6 months old.

(2) At the time of application, the applicant shall pay the fee for a dog or kennel license set by the County Commissioners of Charles County.

(3) Except as provided in § 13–108 of this subtitle, the licenses and fees required under this section are the only licenses and fees required for owning or keeping a dog.

(4) The county commissioners shall prepare and supply the form for a license issued under this subsection.

(5) A dog license shall contain the date of issuance, a serial number, and a description of the dog licensed.

(6) A license expires on July 1 of the year after issuance.

(b) (1) In Charles County, the county tax collector shall issue a tag with each dog license to a person owning or keeping a dog when the person pays the license fee for the dog.

(2) The County Commissioners of Charles County shall prepare and supply tags to the county tax collector each year.

(3) The tags shall be:

(i) composed of metal;

(ii) imprinted with a serial number corresponding to the number on the license issued to the owner under subsection (a) of this section;

(iii) imprinted with the calendar year for which the tag is issued;

(iv) 1 inch or less in length; and

(v) equipped with a substantial metal fastener.

(4) The county commissioners shall change the general shape of the tags each year.

(5) Tags supplied to owners of kennels shall contain the word “kennel”.

(6) The person owning or keeping a dog shall attach the tag to a substantial collar and keep the collar and tag on the dog for which the license was issued at all times, except when the dog is:

(i) confined in a kennel; or

(ii) hunting under the charge of an attendant.

(7) The county tax collector shall replace a lost tag on:

(i) application by the person to whom the original license was issued;

(ii) the production of the license; and

(iii) payment of a fee of 25 cents.

(c) (1) If reasonably applicable, this subsection applies to the regulation and control of:

(i) any domestic animal; and

(ii) a wild animal kept in captivity.

(2) The County Commissioners of Charles County may pass rules, regulations, or resolutions to provide for:

(i) issuing dog licenses;

(ii) keeping records of all sales of licenses;

(iii) designating persons authorized to sell licenses; and

(iv) seizing and disposing of dogs found running at large in the county.

(3) Before the county commissioners pass a rule, regulation, or resolution in accordance with this subsection, the proposed rule, regulation, or resolution shall be advertised in a newspaper of general circulation in the county once each week for 4 successive weeks, to provide any person an opportunity to be heard.

(4) The rules, regulations, or resolutions shall include standards and shall operate uniformly.

(5) Subject to paragraph (6) of this subsection, the county commissioners may delegate, by written contract, the enforcement of the rules, regulations, or resolutions.

(6) (i) The county commissioners shall reserve the right to cancel a written contract executed in accordance with paragraph (5) of this subsection.

(ii) A cancellation under this paragraph:

1. may be without notice or recourse, if the cancellation is for cause; or

2. requires notice at least 30 days before cancellation, if the cancellation is without cause.

(7) (i) The county commissioners may establish penalties for a violation of a rule, regulation, or resolution passed under this subsection.

(ii) The penalty established under this paragraph for each violation may not exceed imprisonment for 1 year or a fine of $1,000 or both.

(d) (1) The County Commissioners of Charles County may appoint animal control officers.

(2) An animal control officer appointed under this subsection:

(i) has all the powers of a peace officer;

(ii) may sell and issue dog licenses; and

(iii) may seize and dispose of stray, injured, or sick dogs in accordance with a rule, regulation, or resolution passed in accordance with subsection (c) of this section.

(3) The county commissioners may provide for the compensation of an animal control officer appointed under this subsection.

(e) (1) (i) The County Commissioners of Charles County may establish an animal shelter and hire personnel and provide the equipment necessary for the collection, impoundment, care, handling, and disposal of stray, unlicensed, diseased, or vicious dogs.

(ii) The initial cost for the building and equipment under this paragraph may not exceed $35,000.

(2) The county commissioners shall determine the number and salary of persons to be employed at the animal shelter.

(3) The county commissioners may enter into agreements with adjacent counties to establish an animal shelter to serve the counties.

(4) The county commissioners may contract with an animal welfare society, a humane society, or any other qualified person to:

(i) establish an animal shelter; or

(ii) seize, dispose of, or euthanize stray, injured, or sick dogs.

(5) Notwithstanding § 13–105(d) of this subtitle, the county commissioners may use proceeds from dog license fees to:

(i) establish an animal shelter; or

(ii) collect, dispose of, or euthanize stray, injured, or sick dogs.

(f) (1) The County Commissioners of Charles County, by rule, regulation, or resolution, may provide that an owner of a dog may not allow the dog, whether licensed or unlicensed, to run at large off the premises of the owner.

(2) A rule, regulation, or resolution passed under this subsection may allow the following dogs to run at large when accompanied by the owner or agent of the owner and when kept within sight or calling distance of the owner or agent:

(i) dogs proved to be obedient, in accordance with a regulation or resolution of the county;

(ii) dogs being used or trained for hunting; and

(iii) dogs accompanied by the owner on horseback.

(3) The county commissioners, by rule, regulation, or resolution, may provide for enforcement and investigation of reports of violations of a rule, regulation, or resolution passed under this subsection.

(4) An owner of a dog who fails to comply with a rule, regulation, or resolution passed under this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $25 for each violation.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-810 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 8 / Section 13-810
§13–810.
Status: in_force

The Council shall cooperate with State and local units that have relevant statutory functions and duties.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-1805 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 18 / Section 13-1805
§13–1805.
Status: in_force

A qualified organization that conducts bingo in the county shall be located in the county.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-810 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 8 / Section 13-810
§13–810.
Status: reserved

(a) On issuance in this State of an original or subsequent certificate of title for a vehicle, the vehicle is exempt from the excise tax imposed by this part, if it is:

(1) A mobile home over 35 feet long;

(2) A vehicle owned by the United States and used in the investigation of any violation or suspected violation of any law of the United States;

(3) A vehicle owned or leased by this State or any political subdivision of this State;

(4) A fire engine or other fire department emergency apparatus, including any vehicle operated by or in connection with any fire department;

(5) An ambulance, rescue, or other vehicle owned and operated for the benefit of the public by a nonprofit rescue squad;

(6) A vehicle owned and operated by the Civil Air Patrol;

(7) A vehicle owned and held for the use of the public by a unit of a national veterans’ organization;

(8) A vehicle owned and operated by a Maryland chapter of the American Red Cross;

(9) A vehicle acquired by an insurance company as a result of a comprehensive or collision claim;

(10) A vehicle registered in a jurisdiction the laws of which do not require titling and acquired for resale by a licensed dealer;

(11) A vehicle that is involuntarily transferred to a licensed dealer and for which a certificate of title is not available;

(12) A school bus owned by a religious organization or a private school which is exempt from federal income tax under § 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code;

(13) A privately owned bus used only for operating the transportation system of any political subdivision in this State, if the bus is used for the transportation of the public on regular schedules and between fixed termini;

(14) A vehicle otherwise exempt from the excise tax by any other applicable law;

(15) A vehicle which is used regularly for the transportation of individuals with disabilities and owned by a nonprofit organization providing direct care services to individuals with disabilities which is licensed by the Maryland Department of Health and is wholly or partially funded by the State;

(16) A mobile hearing and vision screening vehicle owned and operated for the benefit of the public by a nonprofit civic organization;

(17) Registered under § 13–923 of this title;

(18) Registered under § 13–933 of this title;

(19) A salvage vehicle acquired by a licensed dealer that has been restored by the licensed dealer and that has been inspected under § 13–507(a)(2)(ii) of this title;

(20) A vehicle acquired for resale by a licensed dealer if the dealer reassignment sections contained on the certificate of title are exhausted;

(21) A Class M motor home or Class G travel trailer that is transferred or retitled in the dealership’s name under § 15–305(d)(2) of this article;

(22) A special purpose vehicle owned by a coal company if the vehicle is used:

(i) For transportation of workers, coal, or equipment used in the coal production process; and

(ii) Exclusively in or on coal mining property;

(23) A vehicle which is used exclusively in the transportation of disabled or elderly persons, owned by a nonprofit organization, and in which the Maryland Transit Administration retains a security interest;

(24) A vehicle acquired by a religious, charitable, or volunteer organization exempt from taxation under § 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code, the Department of Human Services, or a local department of social services for the purpose of transferring the vehicle to a Family Investment Program recipient or an individual certified by the Department of Human Services or a local department of social services as eligible for the transfer; or

(25) A vehicle that is transferred to a trust or from a trust to one or more beneficiaries in accordance with § 14.5–1001 of the Estates and Trusts Article.

(b) The provisions of subsection (c)(1) and (3) of this section do not apply to the transfer of a vehicle if:

(1) The vehicle that is transferred was previously exempt under subsection (a)(17) or (18) of this section; and

(2) The transferee of the vehicle titles and registers the vehicle under any other section of this title.

(c) On transfer of a vehicle titled in this State and issuance of a subsequent certificate of title, the vehicle is exempt from the excise tax imposed by this part, if it is:

(1) A vehicle transferred to:

(i) A spouse, son, daughter, grandchild, parent, sister, brother, grandparent, father–in–law, mother–in–law, son–in–law, or daughter–in–law of the transferor, and no money or other valuable consideration is involved in the transfer; or

(ii) A niece or nephew of the transferor if:

1. The transferor is at least 65 years of age at the time of the transfer; and

2. No money or other valuable consideration is involved in the transfer;

(2) A vehicle repossessed under a security agreement, unless the sale of the vehicle is required under the agreement;

(3) A vehicle transferred from an individual to a partnership, limited liability company, or corporation or from a partnership, limited liability company, or corporation to a subpartnership, subsidiary limited liability company, or subsidiary corporation, if the individual, partnership, limited liability company, or corporation is a partner, member, or principal stockholder of the newly formed partnership, subpartnership, limited liability company, subsidiary limited liability company, corporation, or subsidiary corporation, as the case may be;

(4) A vehicle transferred to a legal heir, legatee, or distributee;

(5) A vehicle involuntarily transferred as a result of divorce or separation proceedings;

(6) A vehicle that is jointly owned and transferred to the name of one of the owners, if the transferee can establish to the satisfaction of the Administration that the transferor did not pay any part of the original purchase price of the vehicle or any applicable taxes or fees for the vehicle;

(7) A vehicle transferred by a corporation to its stockholder or stockholders or by a limited liability company to its member or members as a liquidating distribution of tangible personal property where the vehicle or vehicles transferred are not a principal or substantial asset of the corporation or limited liability company as determined by the Administration;

(8) A vehicle transferred as a result of a reorganization within the meaning of § 368(a) of the Internal Revenue Code or a vehicle transferred as a result of a statutory merger or consolidation of a corporation and a limited liability company if no gain or loss is recognized as a result of the transaction under § 332 and § 721 of the Internal Revenue Code;

(9) A vehicle transferred to a Family Investment Program recipient or an individual certified by the Department of Human Services or a local department of social services as eligible for transfer of the vehicle that was exempted from the excise tax imposed by this part under subsection (a)(24) of this section;

(10) A vehicle transferred into a written inter vivos trust in which the transferor is the primary beneficiary; or

(11) A vehicle transferred to a lessee who exercises an option under a vehicle leasing agreement for an initial term of more than 180 consecutive days to purchase the leased vehicle at the end of the lease.

(d) The Administration may exempt from the excise tax imposed by this part any vehicle of a law enforcement agency of the United States or of any other state, if the United States or other state provides a reciprocal exemption for law enforcement vehicles of this State.

(e) If the owner of a vehicle that is exempt under subsection (a)(17) or (18) of this section from the vehicle excise tax subsequently registers the vehicle under any other section of this title, the owner shall pay the excise tax based on the fair market value of the vehicle at the time the exemption was initially granted.

(f) A vehicle is exempt from the excise tax imposed by this part on issuance of an original certificate of title if the vehicle:

(1) Is owned by an active service member or a service member who returns to the State from active duty; and

(2) Was formerly titled and registered in another state by the present owner of the vehicle.

(g) A vehicle owned by a licensed dealer is exempt from the excise tax imposed by this part if the vehicle is provided to a customer for use while the customer’s vehicle is not in use due to repair, maintenance, or other vehicle service performed by the dealer.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-101 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-101
§13–101.
Status: in_force

(a) This title applies to each election conducted in accordance with this article.

(b) This title does not apply to:

(1) campaign activity required to be governed solely by federal law; or

(2) an election conducted at the request of a municipality under § 4–108.3 of the Local Government Article.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-722 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-722
§13–722.
Status: in_force

(a) The Council may amend the plan in the same manner that it adopts the original plan.

(b) The Council need not follow the procedure used to adopt the original plan in order to revise the plan as necessary and appropriate for a statistical and informational update.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 13-101 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-101
§13–101.
Status: in_force

(a) In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Central Repository” means the Criminal Justice Information System Central Repository of the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services.

(c) “Certification card” means a card issued by the Secretary under § 13-406 of this title to an individual certified as a private detective.

(d) “Firm” means a partnership or corporation.

(e) “Firm member” means a partner of a partnership or an officer or director of a corporation.

(f) “License” means, unless the context requires otherwise, a license issued by the Secretary to conduct a business to provide private detective services.

(g) “Licensed private detective agency” means, unless the context requires otherwise, a person who is licensed by the Secretary to conduct a business that provides private detective services.

(h) “Private detective” means an individual who personally provides private detective services.

(i) “Private detective agency” means a person who conducts a business that provides private detective services.

(j) (1) “Provide private detective services” means to provide, for compensation, the service of:

(i) conducting an investigation that concerns:

1. a crime or wrong committed, assumed to have been committed, or threatened to be committed;

2. the identity, habits, conduct, movement, location, affiliations, associations, transactions, reputation, or character of any person;

3. the credibility of a witness or of any other individual;

4. the location of a missing individual;

5. the location or recovery of lost or stolen property;

6. the origin or cause of or responsibility for:

A. a fire;

B. an accident;

C. any damage to or loss of property; or

D. an injury to an individual;

7. the affiliation, connection, or relation of any person with an organization or other person; or

8. the activities, conduct, efficiency, loyalty, or honesty of any employee, agent, contractor, or subcontractor;

(ii) securing evidence for use before any investigating committee, board of award, or board of arbitration or for use in the trial of any civil or criminal cause;

(iii) nonuniformed personal protection; or

(iv) conducting an investigation to locate or apprehend a fugitive from justice, unless the person:

1. conducting the investigation is a property bail bondsman or licensed by the Insurance Commissioner of the State or a similar licensing body of another state as a bail bondsman;

2. is an employee of a property bail bondsman or a licensed bail bondsman for the purpose of locating or apprehending fugitives from justice; or

3. is authorized as an agent by a property bail bondsman or licensed bail bondsman in advance of the apprehension of a fugitive from justice.

(2) “Provide private detective services” does not include:

(i) performing any activity of a person who is engaged exclusively in the business of making investigations and reports that relate to the financial standing, creditworthiness, or financial responsibility of any person;

(ii) performing any activity of a person who is engaged exclusively in the business of making a report for an insurance or credit purpose, except if the making of the report involves an investigation or surveillance of a sort normally performed by a person who otherwise is subject to this title;

(iii) monitoring an electronically controlled burglar or fire alarm system with a central unit; or

(iv) making a marketing survey.

(k) “Representative member” means a firm member who is appointed under § 13-302(b) of this title to act on behalf of the firm.

(l) “Secretary” means the Secretary of State Police.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-706 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-706
§13–706.
Status: in_force

(a) A certificate holder shall submit to the Department, on a form required by the Department, a report of each incident that occurs while the youth camp is in session that required the administration of emergency use epinephrine.

(b) On or before January 31 of each year, the Department shall publish a report summarizing the information obtained from the reports submitted to the Department under subsection (a) of this section.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-1010 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 10 / Section 13A-1010
§13A–1010.
Status: in_force

A person subject to this title shall be punished as a court–martial may direct if the person, without authority:

(1) fails to go to the person’s appointed place of duty at the time prescribed;

(2) goes from that place; or

(3) leaves or remains absent from the person’s unit, organization, or place of duty at which the person is required to be at the time prescribed.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-902 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-902
§13–902.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Class B beer, wine, and liquor license.

(b) (1) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor for consumption at a hotel or restaurant at the place described in the license, for on– or off–premises consumption.

(2) The area of the licensed premises normally used as a restaurant to prepare and consume food and beverages may occupy not less than 80% of the square footage, unless the license holder has held the license since before December 31, 1966.

(c) The annual license fee is $1,500.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-1055 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 10 / Section 13A-1055
§13A–1055.
Status: in_force

A person subject to this title shall be punished as a court–martial may direct if the person:

(1) is responsible for unnecessary delay in the disposition of a case of a person accused of an offense under this title; or

(2) knowingly and intentionally fails to enforce or comply with a provision of this title regulating the proceedings before, during, or after trial of an accused.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 13-1020 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1020
§13–1020.
Status: in_force

The bonds that the Authority issues shall:

(1) Be issued at, above, or below par value, for cash or other valuable consideration, and mature at a time or times, whether as serial bonds or as term bonds or both, not exceeding the maturity date established by the Authority;

(2) Bear interest at the fixed or variable rate or rates determined by the method provided in the resolution or trust agreement;

(3) Be payable at a time or times, in the denominations and form, either coupon or registered or both, and carry the registration and privileges as to conversion and for the replacement of mutilated, lost, or destroyed bonds as the resolution or trust agreement may provide;

(4) Notwithstanding any other law, be deemed a “security” within the meaning of § 8–102 of the Commercial Law Article, whether or not it is either one of a class or a series or by its terms is divisible into a class or series of instruments and negotiable for all purposes although payable from a limited source;

(5) Be payable in lawful money of the United States at a designated place;

(6) Be subject to the terms of purchase, payment, redemption, refunding, or refinancing that the resolution or trust agreement provides;

(7) Be executed by the manual or facsimile signatures of the officers of the Authority designated by the Authority, which signatures shall be valid at delivery even for an officer who has ceased to hold office; and

(8) Be sold in the manner and on the terms determined by the Authority, including private (negotiated) sale and be exempt from §§ 8–206, 8–208, and 8–209 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-116 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-116
§13–116.
Status: in_force

(a) On receipt of a properly assigned certificate of title, an application for a new certificate of title, the required fee, and any other documents and information required by law, the Administration shall issue a new certificate of title in the name of the transferee as owner and mail it to him.

(b) The Administration shall:

(1) File each surrendered certificate of title; and

(2) Maintain the file to permit the tracing of title of any vehicle designated in it.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-101 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-101
§13–101.
Status: in_force

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Advisory Council” means the State Advisory Council on Hereditary and Congenital Disorders.

(c) “Commission” means the State Commission on Hereditary and Congenital Disorders.

(d) (1) “Congenital disorder” means a significant structural or functional abnormality of the body that is present at birth.

(2) “Congenital disorder” does not include a condition that results from:

(i) An intrauterine infection; or

(ii) A birth injury.

(e) “Hereditary disorder” means any disorder that:

(1) Is transmitted through the genetic material deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA); or

(2) Arises through the improper processing of the information in the genetic material.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-322 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-322
§13–322.
Status: in_force

A campaign finance report is timely if:

(1) regardless of when it is received, the United States Postal Service has affixed a mark on the envelope or on a receipt verifying that the campaign finance report was mailed on or before the filing deadline; or

(2) it is received by the State Board within 3 days after the filing deadline and a private postal meter postmark or a receipt by a private carrier verifies that the campaign finance report was mailed or delivered to the private carrier on or before the filing deadline.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 13-703 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-703
§13–703.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as authorized under this title, a private detective agency may not provide any person with a badge or a certification card or other document indicating that any individual is a private detective.

(b) A certified private detective may not lend the private detective’s certification card or badge to another person or allow another person to use or display the card or badge.

(c) Regardless of any association that an individual may have with a private detective agency, unless authorized under this title, the individual may not wear or carry a badge that:

(1) represents that the individual is a private detective; or

(2) otherwise represents that the individual is associated with a private detective agency.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-3002 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 30 / Section 13-3002
§13–3002.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Cord Blood Transplant Program in the Department.

(b) The purpose of the Cord Blood Transplant Program is to provide funding, subject to the limitations of the State budget, to qualified medical institutions to establish or maintain a cord blood transplant center.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13-704.1 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-704.1
§13–704.
Status: in_force

§13–704.1.

(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) “Eligible service member” means an individual engaged in military service.

(3) “Eligible spouse” means the spouse of an eligible service member.

(4) “Military service” means:

(i) in the case of an individual who is a member or reserve member of the armed forces, full–time duty in the active military service, including:

1. full–time training duty;

2. annual training duty; and

3. attendance while at a school designated as a service school by federal law or by the secretary of the military department concerned;

(ii) in the case of a resident of the State who is a member of a reserve component of the uniformed services, service under a call to:

1. active service authorized by the President of the United States, the Secretary of Defense, or the Secretary of Health and Human Services for a period of more than 30 days in response to a national emergency declared by the President of the United States; or

2. active duty for a period of more than 30 consecutive days;

(iii) in the case of an individual who is a commissioned officer of the Public Health Service or the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, active service; or

(iv) any period during which an individual is absent from duty on account of sickness, wounds, leave, or other lawful cause.

(b) This section is intended to supplement rights and protections provided in the federal Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (50 U.S.C. App. 501 et seq.).

(c) (1) In addition to the rights and protections regarding consumer transactions, contracts, and service providers included in Title III of the federal Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (50 U.S.C. App. 531 through 538), an eligible service member or eligible spouse may terminate a contract described in paragraph (2) of this subsection at any time after the date the eligible service member receives official orders to relocate for a period of military service of at least 90 days to a location where the eligible service member would be unable to use the services under the contract.

(2) This section applies to a contract to provide any of the following:

(i) telecommunication services;

(ii) Internet services;

(iii) television services;

(iv) athletic club or gym memberships; and

(v) satellite radio services.

(3) (i) An eligible service member or eligible spouse may terminate a contract under this section by delivering a written or electronic notice of the termination and a copy of the eligible service member’s official orders to the service provider.

(ii) If an eligible service member or eligible spouse terminates a contract, the service provider shall provide the eligible service member or eligible spouse with a written or electronic notice of the eligible service member’s rights posted on the Maryland National Guard’s Internet website.

(d) (1) If an eligible service member or eligible spouse terminates or suspends the provision of services under this section and the eligible service member is no longer in military service, the eligible service member or eligible spouse may reinstate the provision of service on the same terms and conditions as originally agreed to with the service provider before the termination or suspension on written notice to the provider that the eligible service member is no longer in military service.

(2) Written notice under this subsection shall be given within 90 days after termination of the eligible service member’s military service.

(e) An eligible service member or eligible spouse who terminates, suspends, or reinstates the provision of services under this section:

(1) may not be charged a penalty, fee, loss of deposit, or any other additional cost because of the termination, suspension, or reinstatement; and

(2) is not liable for payment for any services after the effective date of the termination or suspension, until the effective date of any reinstatement of services.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-1014 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 10 / Section 13A-1014
§13A–1014.
Status: in_force

A commissioned officer shall be punished as a court–martial may direct if the officer uses contemptuous words against:

(1) the President;

(2) the Vice President;

(3) Congress;

(4) the Secretary of Defense;

(5) the secretary of a military department;

(6) the Secretary of Homeland Security;

(7) the Governor; or

(8) the General Assembly.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-4703 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 47 / Section 13-4703
§13–4703.
Status: in_force

The purpose of the Program is to protect access to abortion care by ensuring that there are a sufficient number of health professionals to provide abortion care.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-1006 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1006
§13–1006.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Local Public Health Component in the Program.

(b) The purpose of the Local Public Health Component is to maximize the effectiveness of anti-tobacco initiatives in the State by authorizing local health coalitions to develop and implement tobacco use prevention and cessation programs in coordination with the Department.

(c) Subject to §§ 13-1007 through 13-1012 of this subtitle, the Department may distribute grants to counties for tobacco use prevention and cessation programs, including:

(1) Community-based programs;

(2) School-based programs which may include tobacco use prevention and cessation components of school-based health care services and programs established under §§ 7-401 and 7-415 of the Education Article; and

(3) Programs relating to enforcement of tobacco control laws.

(d) (1) Except as provided under paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Department may not spend any funds that are allocated to the Local Public Health Component in the State budget until after the Baseline Tobacco Study has been completed.

(2) Before the Baseline Tobacco Study is completed, the Department may distribute a planning grant of not more than $10,000 to each local health department.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 13-406 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-406
§13–406.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsections (e) and (f) of this section and § 12–403(c) of this article, an owner’s interest in real property may be forfeited if the real property was used in connection with a violation of the Mortgage Fraud law.

(b) Forfeiture proceedings for real property may be brought in the jurisdiction where:

(1) the criminal charges are pending;

(2) the owner resides; or

(3) the real property is located.

(c) (1) If forfeiture proceedings for real property are brought in a jurisdiction other than where the real property is located, a notice of pending litigation shall be filed in the jurisdiction where the real property is located.

(2) A notice of pending litigation required under this subsection shall include at least:

(i) the name and address of the owner of the real property;

(ii) a description of the real property; and

(iii) a description of the reasons for the filing of the forfeiture proceedings and notice of pending litigation.

(d) If an owner of real property used as the principal family residence is convicted under the Mortgage Fraud law and the owner files an appeal of the conviction, the court shall stay forfeiture proceedings under § 12–403(c) of this article or subsection (f) of this section against the real property during the pendency of the appeal.

(e) (1) Except as provided in subsection (f) of this section, there is a rebuttable presumption that property or part of a property in which a person has an ownership interest is subject to forfeiture as proceeds, if the State establishes by clear and convincing evidence that:

(i) the person has violated the Mortgage Fraud law;

(ii) the property was acquired by the person during the violation or within a reasonable time after the violation; and

(iii) there was no other likely source for the property.

(2) A claimant of the property has the burden of proof to rebut the presumption established under paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(f) Real property used as the principal family residence may not be forfeited under subsection (e) of this section unless:

(1) an owner of the real property was convicted under subsection (e)(1) of this section; or

(2) the real property is covered by § 13–403(b)(2) of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-2401 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 24 / Section 13-2401
§13–2401.
Status: in_force

Title 4, Subtitle 9 (“Judicial Review”) of Division I of this article applies in the county without exception or variation.
Md. Code, Education § 13-310 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-310
§13–310.
Status: in_force

Obligations of the Medical System Corporation:

(1) Are payable only from assets of the Medical System Corporation; and

(2) Are not debts or obligations of the University or the State.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13-404 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-404
§13–404.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise authorized by law, the National Guard:

(1) is designated as a law enforcement agency for the sole purpose of receiving property and revenues; and

(2) may receive property and revenues under 18 U.S.C. § 981(e)(2), 19 U.S.C. § 1616a(c)(1)(B)(ii), and 21 U.S.C. §§ 881(e)(1)(A) and (e)(3) from those federal units that are supported by National Guard members in the Counter Drug Program.

(b) (1) Any property or revenues received by the National Guard under this section shall be used to supplement the resources allocated to the Counter Drug Program.

(2) The use of the property and revenues shall conform to the guidelines of the United States Department of Justice, the United States Department of Defense, and the United States Department of the Treasury.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 13-205 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-205
§13–205.
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall pay all money collected under this title into the General Fund of the State.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-1304.1 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 13 / Section 13-1304.1
§13–1304.
Status: in_force

§13–1304.1.

(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) “Casino event” includes the play of card games, dice games, and roulette.

(3) “Permit” means a permit to conduct a card game, card tournament, or casino event.

(b) Before an organization may conduct a card game, card tournament, or casino event, the organization shall obtain a permit from the County Department of Permits and Inspections.

(c) To qualify for a permit, an organization shall be a bona fide:

(1) amateur athletic organization;

(2) charitable organization;

(3) civic organization;

(4) fraternal organization;

(5) hospital;

(6) religious organization;

(7) volunteer fire company; or

(8) war veterans’ organization.

(d) (1) A card game, card tournament, or casino event may be:

(i) managed and operated by the organization that is the permit holder; or

(ii) managed by the organization that is the permit holder and operated by another organization listed in subsection (c) of this section.

(2) (i) An operator of a card game, card tournament, or casino event may not receive compensation.

(ii) To volunteer as an operator of a card game, card tournament, or casino event, an individual shall be at least 18 years old.

(iii) To participate in a card game, card tournament, or casino event, an individual shall be at least 21 years old.

(e) (1) An organization that is the permit holder may receive not more than four permits in a calendar year.

(2) A card game, card tournament, or casino event may not last longer than 24 consecutive hours.

(f) A permit is not transferable.

(g) (1) Proceeds from a card game, card tournament, or casino event conducted under this section:

(i) shall be used to benefit a charity or to further the purpose of the permit holder; and

(ii) except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, may not be used for the financial benefit or personal use of an individual or a group of individuals.

(2) On approval of the County Executive or designee of the County Executive, proceeds may be used to benefit a family with medical needs.

(h) A permit may not authorize the operation of a card game, card tournament, or casino event after 1 a.m. on Sunday.

(i) (1) An organization that is the permit holder may charge only a preset entrance fee for a card game, card tournament, or casino event.

(2) Participants in a card game, card tournament, or casino event shall receive tokens for wagering in exchange for the entrance fee.

(3) A participant may purchase additional tokens, at a total cost not exceeding 100% of the entrance fee, during a card game, card tournament, or casino event.

(4) An organization that is the permit holder may not allow cash to be used for wagering.

(j) An organization that is the permit holder may not exchange tokens used for wagering for:

(1) an item of merchandise that is worth more than $10,000;

(2) money; or

(3) an item of merchandise having a value that is different from the fair market retail value of the item of merchandise that was received for the tokens.

(k) Within 60 days after holding a card game, card tournament, or casino event, the organization that is the permit holder shall submit to the County Department of Permits and Inspections:

(1) a financial report that lists the receipts and expenditures for the card game, card tournament, or casino event; and

(2) the name, address, and Social Security number of a participant that is declared the winner at a card game, card tournament, or casino event of a prize for which the issuance of Internal Revenue Service Form W–2G or a substantially equivalent form is required.

(l) An organization that is found to have violated this section is ineligible to receive a permit under this section for a period of 5 years.

(m) The County Executive may adopt regulations to carry out this section, including regulations to govern:

(1) the issuing of permits; and

(2) the conduct and management of a card game, card tournament, or casino event in a manner to prevent fraud and protect the public.

(n) The County Council may adopt regulations to govern permit fees under this section.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-503 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-503
§13–503.
Status: reserved

(a) If the transferee of a vehicle is a licensed dealer who holds the vehicle for sale, the transferee need not obtain a new registration of the vehicle if he:

(1) Lawfully drives it under a dealer’s registration plate; or

(2) Does not drive the vehicle or permit it to be driven on the highways.

(b) If a licensed dealer transfers a vehicle to a person who possesses current registration plates issued to another registered vehicle, and if these registration plates are transferable, the dealer shall issue to the transferee a permit that authorizes the transferee to use these current registration plates on the transferred vehicle for a period of not more than 60 days from the date of the transfer.

(c) The dealer may not issue more than one of the permits described under subsection (b) of this section for any vehicle.

(d) The permit described under subsection (b) of this section shall be issued by the dealer on the form and in the manner that the Administration requires.

(e) The permit described under subsection (b) of this section shall be signed by the dealer and carried and displayed the same as registration cards are required to be carried and displayed under Subtitle 4 of this title.
Md. Code, Real Property § 13-503 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-503
§13–503.
Status: in_force

(a) The issuance of a patent operates as a quitclaim of the interest of the State in the land.

(b) The interest of the State does not pass and is not affected until a patent is issued.

(c) A patent issued on a warrant to resurvey land previously patented does not affect or impair any mortgage, deed of trust, easement, right-of-way, or similar interest in the land.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 13-109 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-109
§13–109.
Status: in_force

While doing business as a trading stamp company in the State, a trading stamp company may not:

(1) commit fraud;

(2) make a false representation; or

(3) use a lottery.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-718 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-718
§13–718.
Status: in_force

The Council shall prepare, adopt, and periodically revise a general development plan for the region that embodies the policy recommendations of the Council.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-505 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-505
§13–505.
Status: reserved

If an owner transfers his title or interest in a vehicle that is to be scrapped, dismantled, or destroyed, the owner immediately shall mail or deliver the registration card and registration plates of the vehicle to the Administration for cancellation, unless the registration plates are transferred to another vehicle as provided in this subtitle.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-1043 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 10 / Section 13A-1043
§13A–1043.
Status: in_force

(a) A person subject to this title shall be punished as a court–martial may direct if the person engages in conduct that:

(1) is wrongful and reckless or is wanton; and

(2) is likely to produce death or grievous bodily harm to another person.

(b) A person subject to this title shall be punished as a court–martial may direct if the person:

(1) fights or promotes, or is concerned in or connives at fighting a duel; or

(2) having knowledge of a challenge sent or about to be sent, fails to report the facts promptly to the proper authority.

(c) A person subject to this title who, willfully and wrongfully, discharges a firearm under circumstances such as to endanger human life shall be punished as a court–martial may direct.

(d) A person subject to this title who unlawfully carries a dangerous weapon concealed on or about the person shall be punished as a court–martial may direct.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-620 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-620
§13–620.
Status: in_force

The plan shall include:

(1) a statement of the objectives, standards, and principles sought to be expressed in the plan;

(2) recommendations for the most desirable pattern and intensity of general land use in the region in the light of the best available information concerning natural environmental factors, the present and prospective economic and demographic basis of the region, and the relation of land use in the region to land use in adjoining areas;

(3) recommendations for the general circulation pattern for the region including land, water, and air transportation and communication facilities, used for movement within the region or to and from adjoining areas;

(4) recommendations on the need for and proposed general location of public and private works and facilities that, because of their function, size, extent, or for any other reason, are of a regional rather than a purely local concern;

(5) recommendations for the long–range programming and financing of capital projects and facilities;

(6) recommendations for meeting the housing needs of existing and prospective immigrant populations of the region;

(7) recommendations for the development of programs and improvements in the region for health services, manpower planning, employment opportunity, education, elimination of poverty, and law enforcement; and

(8) any other appropriate recommendations on current and impending problems that may affect the region.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 13-504 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-504
§13–504.
Status: in_force

The Director of the Thurgood Marshall State Law Library may:

(1) Appoint employees, with the approval of the library committee, to assist in the performance of the duties of the Director. Employees shall be compensated as provided in the budget;

(2) Not allow any book, map, or documents to be removed from the Thurgood Marshall State Law Library, except by the executive and legislative departments, other State agencies located in Annapolis, members of the General Assembly, and justices of the Supreme Court of Maryland and Appellate Court of Maryland, or on interlibrary loan to other libraries;

(3) Accept excess copies of the Maryland Reports and Maryland Appellate Reports from the State Reporter;

(4) With the approval of the library committee, sell or exchange, from time to time, books from the Thurgood Marshall State Law Library, including the Maryland Reports, Maryland Appellate Reports, codes, maps, and periodicals. The proceeds of the sales, after deducting the expenses, shall be paid over to the State Treasurer within 30 days after receipt. However, a book, map, or periodical may not be sold if its sale would break a set;

(5) Report in writing to the library committee as often as required by the committee upon the operations of the Thurgood Marshall State Law Library; and

(6) Perform other duties assigned by law to the Director.
Md. Code, Education § 13-508 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-508
§13–508.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) In addition to the powers set forth elsewhere in this subtitle, the EMS Board may:

(i) Subject to the limitations set forth in § 13-509 of this subtitle, adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this subtitle;

(ii) Create committees from among its members;

(iii) Appoint advisory committees, which may include individuals and representatives of interested public or private organizations;

(iv) Apply for and accept any funds, property, or services from any person or government agency;

(v) Make agreements with a grantor or payor of funds, property, or services, including an agreement to make any study, plan, demonstration, or project;

(vi) Except for confidential medical information, publish and give out any information that relates to the delivery of emergency medical services and is considered desirable in the public interest;

(vii) Hold public hearings; and

(viii) Set and charge reasonable fees to be paid by the applicants for the designation of trauma and specialty referral centers.

(2) (i) The fees charged under paragraph (1)(viii) of this subsection shall be set in a manner that will produce funds sufficient to cover the actual documented direct costs of maintaining the designation program.

(ii) 1. The EMS Board shall pay all fees collected under this subsection into the EMS Trauma and Specialty Referral Centers Designation Fund.

2. The Fund shall be used exclusively to cover the actual documented direct costs of designating EMS trauma and specialty referral centers.

3. The Fund is a continuing, nonlapsing fund, not subject to § 7-302 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.

(b) In addition to the duties set forth elsewhere in this subtitle, the EMS Board shall:

(1) Adopt regulations that relate to its meetings, minutes, and transactions;

(2) Beginning with fiscal year 1996:

(i) Prepare annually a budget proposal that includes the estimated income of the Institute and proposed expenses for its administration and operation; and

(ii) Review and approve that portion of the proposed budgets derived from the Maryland Emergency Medical System Operations Fund for the:

1. Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems;

2. R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center;

3. Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute; and

4. Aviation Division of the Special Operations Bureau, Department of State Police;

(3) Periodically participate in or do analyses and studies that relate to emergency medical services;

(4) On or before October 1 of each year, submit to the Governor and, subject to § 2-1257 of the State Government Article, to the General Assembly an annual report on the operations and activities of the EMS Board and the Institute during the preceding fiscal year, including:

(i) A report on the patients referred or transported to designated emergency medical facilities, including areawide trauma centers, the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, and specialty referral centers, in accordance with the emergency medical protocols adopted by the EMS Board; and

(ii) Any fact, suggestion, or policy recommendation that the EMS Board considers necessary; and

(5) Work with the Charles McC. Mathias, Jr. National Study Center for Trauma and Emergency Medical Systems to coordinate a plan for research and other academic activities related to emergency medical services issues.

(c) The provisions of subsection (b)(2) of this section may not be construed to affect the Governor’s powers with respect to a request for an appropriation in the budget bill.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-203 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-203
§13–203.
Status: in_force

(a) The three members of the board from the State are as follows:

(1) one member appointed by the Director of the Maryland Energy Administration, with the approval of the Governor;

(2) one member of the House of Delegates, appointed by the Speaker of the House; and

(3) one member of the Senate of Maryland, appointed by the President of the Senate.

(b) (1) The term of the member appointed under subsection (a)(1) of this section expires at the end of the term of the appointing Governor.

(2) The term of a member appointed under subsection (a)(2) or (3) of this section expires at the end of the term of that General Assembly.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-109 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-109
§13–109.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) If the Administration is not satisfied as to the ownership of the vehicle or that every security interest in it has been disclosed, the Administration may register the vehicle, but shall either:

(i) Withhold delivery of a certificate of title until the applicant presents documents reasonably sufficient to satisfy the Administration as to the applicant’s ownership of the vehicle and that every security interest in it has been disclosed; or

(ii) As a condition to issuing and delivering a certificate of title, require the applicant to execute and file with the Administration a bond in the form that the Administration approves, either accompanied by a deposit of cash with the Administration or executed also by a person authorized to conduct a surety business in this State.

(2) If a bond is required by the Administration under this subsection, the bond shall be in an amount equal to one and one-half times the value of the vehicle, as determined by the Administration, and conditioned to indemnify any former owner or person with a security interest in the vehicle and any subsequent buyer or person acquiring any security interest in the vehicle, and their respective successors in interest, against any expense, loss, or damage, including reasonable attorney’s fees, by reason of the issuance of the certificate of title of the vehicle or by reason of any defect in or undisclosed security interest in the right, title, and interest of the applicant in and to the vehicle. Each of these interested persons has a right of action to recover on the bond for any breach of its conditions, but the aggregate liability of any surety to all persons may not exceed the amount of the bond. Unless the Administration has been notified that an action to recover on the bond is pending, the bond and any deposit accompanying it shall be returned either at the end of 3 years or, if the vehicle is no longer registered in this State, on the earlier request of the owner and the surrender to the Administration of the certificate of title of the vehicle.

(b) If a person has obtained a used vehicle outside of this State and, except for the fact that a certificate of inspection has not been obtained for the vehicle as required by Title 23 of this article, is entitled to register the vehicle and receive a certificate of title for it in this State, the person may apply for a certificate of title and for temporary registration of the vehicle as provided in § 23-107(b) of this article.

(c) If a certificate of title has been issued by another state for a vehicle engaged in interstate operation or if a vehicle engaged in interstate operation is registered in another state, the Administration, if it determines that it is necessary or desirable to do so, may register the vehicle in this State, without delivering a certificate of title, on submission to the Administration of the documents and supporting statements that the Administration reasonably requires and on payment of the required fees.

(d) The Administration may register a trailer, other than a camping trailer, rated by the manufacturer as having a gross vehicle weight of 2,500 pounds or less without requiring a certificate of title or an application for a certificate of title.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-620 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-620
§13–620.
Status: in_force

(a) A special registration plate issued under this part:

(1) May be used on and for the operation of any vehicle expressly authorized to be driven under that class of registration plate, without registering the specific vehicle with the Administration; and

(2) Is interchangeable among these vehicles.

(b) A vehicle may not be driven under a special registration plate issued under this part unless the plate is displayed on the vehicle in the manner required by § 13-411 of this title.

(c) A special registration plate issued under this part may not be used on or for the operation of any vehicle other than a vehicle expressly authorized to be driven under that class of registration plate.

(d) If the required license or authorization to do business of a person to whom a special registration plate is issued under this part expires or is canceled, suspended, or revoked, or if the Administration notifies the person that the special registration plates issued to the person have been suspended or revoked under § 13-706 of this title:

(1) All of the special registration plates issued to that person are invalid; and

(2) The person may not drive any vehicle or permit any vehicle to be driven under those plates.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 13-323.1 — MD Code / Article get / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-323.1
§13–323.
Status: in_force

§13–323.1.

(a) In this section, “reasonable and necessary expense” includes:

(1) Suit money;

(2) Counsel fees; and

(3) Costs.

(b) At any point in a proceeding under this subtitle, the court may order either party to pay to the other party an amount for the reasonable and necessary expense of prosecuting or defending the proceeding.

(c) Before ordering the payment, the court shall consider:

(1) The financial resources and financial needs of both parties; and

(2) Whether there was substantial justification for prosecuting or defending the proceeding.

(d) On a finding by the court that there was an absence of substantial justification of a party for prosecuting or defending the proceeding, the court may award to the other party the reasonable and necessary expense of prosecuting or defending the proceeding.

(e) The court may award reimbursement for any reasonable and necessary expense that previously has been paid.

(f) As to any amount awarded for counsel fees, the court may:

(1) Order that the amount awarded be paid directly to the lawyer; and

(2) Enter judgment in favor of the lawyer.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-316 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-316
§13–316.
Status: in_force

A campaign finance report required by § 13-304 of this subtitle shall be filed with the State Board.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 13-1014 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1014
§13–1014.
Status: reserved

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section and notwithstanding any power vested in the Authority by this subtitle, the Authority may not make any expenditure until:

(1) The Maryland Historical Trust approves a management plan for the Heritage Area;

(2) The management plan has been adopted by the Authority;

(3) The Mayor and City Council of the City of Cumberland:

(i) Adopt the management plan through formal amendment of the City’s comprehensive plan; and

(ii) Enact an ordinance that:

1. Consistent with Title 8 of the Land Use Article, creates a Historic District Commission for portions of the Heritage Area within the City of Cumberland;

2. Provides for membership on the Historic District Commission in accordance with the minimum professional requirements of the United States Department of the Interior for certifying local governments under 36 C.F.R. Part 61;

3. To the extent necessary to meet the requirements of items 1 and 2 of this item, provides for the appointment of members of the Historic District Commission who are not residents of the City of Cumberland;

4. Requires that within 18 months after the Historic District Commission conducts its first meeting, the Commission shall develop and submit for approval to the Maryland Historical Trust design standards and criteria applicable to all construction, preservation, rehabilitation, and restoration within the portions of the Heritage Area within the City of Cumberland; and

5. Provides that the Historic District Commission review and approve the design of all projects that the City of Cumberland conducts, assists, licenses, or permits that affect properties within the Heritage Area; and

(4) The Authority and the Mayor and City Council of the City of Cumberland execute a memorandum of agreement that specifies detailed policies and procedures for mutual notification and review and consultation regarding their respective actions and undertakings in the Heritage Area.

(b) Before the requirements of subsection (a) of this section occur, the Authority may make expenditures only to:

(1) Support the basic administrative operations of the Authority;

(2) Develop the management plan for the Heritage Area and related preliminary plans; and

(3) Acquire complete or partial interests in, or preserve or assist in the preservation of, properties within the park corridor that:

(i) Are listed on or determined to be eligible for listing on the Maryland Register of Historic Properties; and

(ii) Would be subject to demolition or major alteration in a manner that is inconsistent with the purposes of this subtitle, unless acquired, preserved, or assisted by the Authority.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 13-311 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-311
§13–311.
Status: in_force

A seller may not require as a condition of sale of any merchandise that the purchaser of the merchandise enter into a contract for the service of that merchandise.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 13-411 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-411
§13–411.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in § 10-226 of the State Government Article, before the Secretary takes any final action under § 13-409 of this subtitle, the Secretary shall give the individual against whom the action is contemplated an opportunity for a hearing before the Secretary.

(b) The Secretary shall give notice and hold the hearing in accordance with Title 10, Subtitle 2 of the State Government Article.

(c) The Secretary may administer oaths in connection with any proceeding under this section.

(d) The hearing notice to be given to the individual shall be written and sent at least 10 days before the hearing.

(e) The individual may be represented at the hearing by counsel.

(f) If, after due notice, the individual against whom the action is contemplated fails or refuses to appear, nevertheless the Secretary may hear and determine the matter.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 13-205 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-205
§13–205.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) After obtaining the advice of the Consumer Protection Commission and holding a public hearing, the Division may adopt reasonable rules, regulations, and standards appropriate to effectuate the purposes of this subtitle, including rules, regulations, or standards which further define specific unfair or deceptive trade practices.

(2) These rules, regulations, and standards may not modify, expand or conflict with the definitions or standards set forth in this title.

(b) In addition to any publication of notice required to be made in the Maryland Register by the State Documents Law, a notice of the hearing shall be published in two daily newspapers at least 15 days before the hearing.

(c) If the Division adopts a rule, regulation, or standard, it shall issue a concise statement of:

(1) The reasons for adoption; and

(2) Any reasons against adoption which were rejected by the Division.

(d) (1) Any bona fide consumer group or trade association, the members of which are directly affected by a rule, regulation, or standard, has standing to challenge it in the name of the group or the association, even though the group or association may not be directly affected by the rule, regulation, or standard.

(2) A challenge to a rule, regulation, or standard shall be made in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act.

(e) Copies of each rule, regulation, and standard shall be filed in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act and the State Documents Law and shall be made available to the public.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-727 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-727
§13–727.
Status: in_force

In this part, “Bureau” means the Western Maryland Regional Tourism Bureau.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-714 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-714
§13–714.
Status: in_force

(a) For reasonable cause, a tax collector may waive a penalty under this subtitle.

(b) The Comptroller shall waive any penalty under this subtitle for a person’s failure to pay income tax when due under this article if:

(1) the unpaid income tax is due for a taxable year during which the person owing is incarcerated; and

(2) the person applies for and is placed on an installment payment plan under the Income Tax Reconciliation Program established under § 2–120 of this article.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-503 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-503
§13–503.
Status: in_force

(a) The holder of a wholesaler’s license may enter into an agreement with a holder of a per diem license issued under Subtitle 13 of this title to deliver beer on the effective date of the per diem license and accept returns on the same day.

(b) The agreement entered into under subsection (a) of this section shall include the type of equipment, services, personnel, and supplies required to dispense draft beer.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-1001 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1001
§13–1001.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Class B–ECF/DS (Education Conference Facility/Dining Service) beer, wine, and liquor license.

(b) The Board may issue the license to an individual who is:

(1) authorized by the University of Maryland, Baltimore County or Towson University to:

(i) act on behalf of the campus under the license; and

(ii) be subject to the penalties, conditions, and restrictions under this title; and

(2) a resident of the State.

(c) (1) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor for on–premises consumption from multiple designated outlets on the campus of the university on behalf of which the license holder is authorized to act only at university–related events catered by the university’s campus dining services contractor.

(2) Beer, wine, and liquor purchased at a designated outlet are to be consumed in the confines of that outlet and may not be transported to another outlet.

(d) All profits from the retail sale of beer, wine, and liquor shall be deposited in the auxiliary services account of the University of Maryland, Baltimore County or Towson University, as appropriate.

(e) The Board:

(1) may regulate the manner in which beer, wine, and liquor are dispensed under the license;

(2) before issuing the license, shall designate the exact campus locations for the outlets for the sale of beer, wine, and liquor;

(3) shall maintain a map and description of the designated outlets for verification on the renewal of the license; and

(4) shall require the University of Maryland, Baltimore County or Towson University, as appropriate, to report to the Board at least 5 days before a university–related event at which beer, wine, or liquor is intended to be sold or served.

(f) The license holder may sell beer, wine, and liquor during the hours and days as set out for a Class B beer, wine, and liquor license under § 13–2004 of this title.

(g) The annual license fee is $2,000.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 13-1124 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 13 / Subtitle 11 / Section 13-1124
§13–1124.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “aggrieved person” means:

(1) A person that:

(i) Is a party to a dispute that the Authority resolves under § 13-1108(4)(ii) of this subtitle; and

(ii) Is aggrieved by the Authority’s final action in resolving the dispute under § 13-1108(4)(ii) of this subtitle; or

(2) The local jurisdictions within a certified heritage area from which the Authority has withdrawn approval of a management plan under § 13-1111(p) of this subtitle.

(b) This section does not apply to:

(1) The failure of the Authority to designate:

(i) A heritage area as a recognized heritage area; or

(ii) A recognized heritage area as a certified heritage area through the approval of a management plan;

(2) Actions taken by the Authority under its powers to issue bonds under Part IV of this subtitle; or

(3) The failure of the Authority to award or enforce the terms of grants, loans, or other financing.

(c) An aggrieved person may appeal to the Office of Administrative Hearings for a hearing in accordance with Title 10, Subtitle 2 of the State Government Article.

(d) The decision of the Office of Administrative Hearings is the final administrative decision.

(e) The Office of Administrative Hearings may not modify the Authority’s resolution of a dispute unless the aggrieved person shows by a preponderance of the evidence that:

(1) The final action of the Authority was arbitrary or capricious; or

(2) The Authority failed to follow its own procedures or regulations for resolving a dispute under § 13-1108(4)(ii) of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 13-524 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-524
§13–524.
Status: in_force

If an owner of real property used as the principal family residence is convicted under § 3–1102 or § 3–1103 of the Criminal Law Article or is convicted of an attempt or conspiracy to violate § 3–1102 or § 3–1103 of the Criminal Law Article and the owner files an appeal of the conviction, the court shall stay forfeiture proceedings under § 13–503 of this subtitle against the real property during the pendency of the appeal.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-901 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-901
§13–901.
Status: in_force

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “County commissioners” means the Board of County Commissioners of Carroll County.

(c) “Gaming event” means a carnival, bazaar, raffle, or other game of entertainment.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-918 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-918
§13–918.
Status: in_force

(a) If a Class E (truck) vehicle is operated in combination with a nonfreight trailer or semitrailer under § 13-927(b)(1) of this subtitle, the Class E (truck) vehicle shall be registered for only the gross vehicle weight of the Class E (truck) vehicle and not the gross combination weight of the Class E (truck) vehicle and nonfreight trailer or semitrailer.

(b) If a Class E (truck) vehicle is operated in combination with a freight trailer or semitrailer, under § 13-927(c)(1) of this subtitle, the Class E (truck) vehicle shall be registered for the gross combination weight, which includes the gross weight of the Class E (truck) vehicle, and the freight trailer or semitrailer with which it is in combination.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-802 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 8 / Section 13-802
§13–802.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Tri-County Council for the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland.

(b) (1) The Council is a tax-exempt body politic and corporate.

(2) The Council is an independent unit that the Governor may not place in a principal department.

(c) (1) The Council is a cooperative planning and development unit for the region.

(2) The purposes of the Council are to:

(i) foster the physical, economic, and social development of the region; and

(ii) use effectively the assistance provided to the region by the State.

(3) The Council initiates and coordinates plans and projects for the development of human and economic resources of the region as a planning and development unit for the Lower Eastern Shore.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-2411 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 24 / Section 13-2411
§13–2411.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not conduct bingo in violation of Part II of this subtitle.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

(c) Each day that a violation occurs is a separate violation.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-1101 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 11 / Section 13-1101
§13–1101.
Status: in_force

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Administrative Component” means the component of the Program established under § 13–1119 of this subtitle.

(c) “Baseline Cancer Study” means the study conducted under § 13–1103 of this subtitle.

(d) “Cancer Research Plan” means a plan developed under § 13–1116 of this subtitle.

(e) “Cigarette Restitution Fund” means the fund that is established under § 7–317 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.

(f) “Community Health Coalition” means a coalition established under § 13–1109(c)(1) or § 13–1115(b)(1) of this subtitle.

(g) “Comprehensive Plan for Cancer Prevention, Education, Screening, and Treatment” means a plan developed under § 13–1109(c)(2) or § 13–1115(b)(2) of this subtitle.

(h) “County” includes Baltimore City.

(i) “Education” means information provided to the public regarding the purpose of, availability of, and access to screening programs.

(j) “Federally qualified health center” has the meaning stated in 42 U.S.C. § 254b.

(k) “Johns Hopkins Institutions” means the Johns Hopkins University and the Johns Hopkins Health System.

(l) “Local health officer” means:

(1) The head of a county health department; or

(2) A person designated by the Department under § 13–1109(g) or § 13–1115(f) of this subtitle.

(m) “Local Public Health Cancer Grant” means a grant distributed by the Department to a county under §§ 13–1107 through 13–1113 of this subtitle.

(n) “Local Public Health Component” means the component of the Program that is established under § 13–1107 of this subtitle.

(o) “Maryland Cancer Registry” means the computerized data system, operated by the Department with the assistance of the Maryland State Council on Cancer Control, that registers cases of cancer that are diagnosed and treated in the State.

(p) “Maryland Technology Development Corporation” means the entity that is established under Title 10, Subtitle 4 of the Economic Development Article.

(q) “Minority individual” means a woman or an individual of African American, Hispanic, Native American, or Asian descent.

(r) “Outreach efforts” means activities that are related to encouraging individuals to seek screening services.

(s) “Prevention” means activities relating to early detection, screening, and risk factor reduction.

(t) “Program” means the Cancer Prevention, Education, Screening, and Treatment Program that is established under § 13–1102 of this subtitle.

(u) “Screening” includes screening, early detection, identification, diagnosis, and outreach efforts associated with screening and early detection programs.

(v) “Statewide Academic Health Center” means the University of Maryland Medical Group or the Johns Hopkins Institutions.

(w) “Statewide Academic Health Center Cancer Research Grant” means a grant that is distributed under § 13–1116 of this subtitle.

(x) “Statewide Academic Health Center Component” means the component established under § 13–1114 of this subtitle.

(y) “Statewide Academic Health Center Public Health Grant” means a grant that is distributed under § 13–1115 of this subtitle.

(z) “Statewide Academic Health Center Tobacco–Related Diseases Research Grant” means a grant that is distributed under § 13–1017 of this title.

(aa) “Statewide Public Health Component” means the component of the Program that is established under § 13–1106 of this subtitle.

(bb) “Surveillance and Evaluation Component” means the component of the Program that is established under § 13–1103 of this subtitle.

(cc) “Targeted cancer” means a cancer that is identified by the Department under § 13–1102(d) of this subtitle.

(dd) “Task Force Report” means the report entitled “Report of the Governor’s Task Force to Conquer Cancer” that was issued in December 1999.

(ee) “Tobacco–related diseases” means cardiovascular disease, chronic pulmonary disease, peripheral vascular disease, stroke, and infant mortality due to low birth weight.

(ff) “Treatment” includes appropriate access to:

(1) Local hospitals, community clinics, physicians, and other health care providers; and

(2) Clinical trials, transportation, case management, hospice care, and cancer support groups.

(gg) “Underinsured individual” means an individual:

(1) For whom the appropriate treatment is not adequately covered by private health insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, or the Maryland Children’s Health Program due to out–of–pocket costs, including required copayments, coinsurance, or deductibles; and

(2) Who the Department determines does not have the financial means to pay for appropriate treatment.

(hh) “Uninsured individual” means an individual:

(1) For whom the appropriate treatment is not covered by private health insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, or the Maryland Children’s Health Program; and

(2) Who the Department determines does not have the financial means to pay for appropriate treatment.

(ii) “University of Maryland Medical Group” means the University of Maryland Medical System Corporation, the University of Maryland Medical School, and the University of Maryland, Baltimore Campus.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-225 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-225
§13–225.
Status: in_force

Except as otherwise provided by law, contributions may be made only in accordance with this Part V of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Education § 13-205.1 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-205.1
§13–205.
Status: in_force

§13–205.1.

(a) This section applies only to a regular full–time or part–time employee who is represented by an exclusive representative under Title 3 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article.

(b) The University may remove, suspend, or demote a regular full–time or part–time employee who is not on probation only:

(1) For cause;

(2) On written charges; and

(3) In accordance with this subtitle.

(c) The University may not remove, suspend, or demote a regular full–time or part–time employee for any reason prohibited by § 2–302 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 13-208 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-208
§13–208.
Status: in_force

A person shall have the immunity from liability described under § 5-714 of the Courts and Judicial Proceedings Article for giving information to the Board or otherwise participating in its activities.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-525 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-525
§13–525.
Status: in_force

(a) A party may submit to the Tax Court a request for a ruling on a question of law that is material to the appeal.

(b) On a request submitted under subsection (a) of this section, the Tax Court may:

(1) issue a ruling on the question of law;

(2) modify the question submitted by a party and issue a ruling on the modified question; or

(3) decline to issue a ruling.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-1030 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 10 / Section 13A-1030
§13A–1030.
Status: in_force

(a) A person subject to this title shall be punished as a court–martial may direct if the person wrongfully and willfully impersonates:

(1) an officer or a noncommissioned officer;

(2) an agent of superior authority of one of the armed forces; or

(3) an official of a government.

(b) A person subject to this title who, wrongfully, willfully, and with intent to defraud, impersonates a person referred to in subsection (a)(1), (2), or (3) of this section shall be punished as a court–martial may direct.

(c) A person subject to this title who, wrongfully, willfully, and without intent to defraud, impersonates an official of a government by committing an act that exercises or asserts the authority of the office that the person claims to have shall be punished as a court–martial may direct.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-705 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-705
§13–705.
Status: in_force

(a) For purposes of this section, a game of instant bingo conducted under a Class NG beach license is considered to be bingo.

(b) Before a person may conduct bingo in the county, the person shall obtain a license from the county commissioners.

(c) Notwithstanding any other provision of this article, a person who complies with this section may conduct bingo in the county.

(d) (1) (i) The county commissioners may not issue a license unless the application was filed at least 30 days before the date of issuance.

(ii) An applicant for a license shall:

1. file an application on a form that the county commissioners provide; and

2. sign the application under oath.

(iii) The application shall include:

1. the name of the applicant;

2. the address of the applicant;

3. any trade name of the applicant;

4. if the applicant is a partnership, the name and address of each partner;

5. if the applicant is a corporation, the name and address of each officer of the corporation;

6. if a resident agent is required under paragraph (3) of this subsection, the name and address of the applicant’s resident agent;

7. the name and address of any person having a financial interest in the operation of the proposed bingo; and

8. the signatures of all of the individuals listed in items 1 through 7 of this subparagraph indicating consent to individual liability for any unlawful operation of licensed bingo.

(iv) 1. The county commissioners may refuse to issue a license based on the facts disclosed on an application.

2. Subparagraph (i) of this paragraph does not require the county commissioners to investigate an applicant’s statements on the application before issuing a license.

(2) Each applicant for a license shall present evidence to the county commissioners that the applicant has obtained a public liability insurance policy that:

(i) covers the period covered by the proposed license;

(ii) provides coverage for personal injury to:

1. any bingo patron in an amount not less than $100,000; and

2. more than one bingo patron in an amount not less than $500,000.

(3) (i) Each nonresident applicant for a license shall designate a resident agent.

(ii) A resident agent must be:

1. a voter in the county;

2. a taxpayer of the county; and

3. an owner of property in the county assessed at not less than $25,000.

(e) (1) The county commissioners may issue the following licenses:

(i) a Class NA license, for bingo that does not exceed a seating or player capacity of 750 individuals;

(ii) a Class NB license, for bingo that does not exceed a seating or player capacity of 500 individuals;

(iii) a Class NC license, for bingo that does not exceed a seating or player capacity of 1,000 individuals;

(iv) a Class ND beach license, for bingo that:

1. does not exceed a seating or player capacity of 500 individuals;

2. may be operated within the town limits of North Beach or Chesapeake Beach; and

3. may be operated between May 1 and September 30;

(v) a Class NE beach license, for bingo that:

1. does not exceed a seating or player capacity of 1,000 individuals;

2. may be operated within the town limits of North Beach or Chesapeake Beach; and

3. may be operated between May 1 and September 30;

(vi) a Class NF beach license, for bingo that:

1. does not exceed a seating or player capacity of 500 individuals;

2. may be operated within the town limits of North Beach or Chesapeake Beach; and

3. may be operated throughout the year; or

(vii) a Class NG beach license, for bingo that:

1. does not have a limitation on seating or player capacity;

2. may be operated within the town limits of North Beach or Chesapeake Beach; and

3. may be operated throughout the year.

(2) The county commissioners shall:

(i) retain a copy of each license issued;

(ii) issue a copy of the license to the license holder; and

(iii) forward a copy of the license to the State Comptroller.

(3) A license is not transferable.

(f) The county commissioners shall assess the following annual license fees:

(1) $3,500 for a Class NA license;

(2) $3,000 for a Class NB license;

(3) $4,000 for a Class NC license;

(4) $500 for a Class ND beach license;

(5) $1,000 for a Class NE beach license;

(6) $3,000 for a Class NF beach license; and

(7) $5,000 for a Class NG beach license.

(g) (1) The county commissioners may not issue a license if the conduct of bingo would:

(i) unduly disturb the peace of the neighborhood in which the applicant proposes to conduct bingo;

(ii) create a nuisance; or

(iii) be detrimental to the health or welfare of the community.

(2) (i) The county commissioners may not issue a license to conduct bingo in a building that is not permanent and covered by a roof.

(ii) This paragraph does not apply to a person who is not required to obtain a license to conduct bingo.

(3) (i) The following licenses may not allow the conduct of bingo on Sunday:

1. a Class NA license;

2. a Class NB license; or

3. a Class NC license.

(ii) The following licenses may not allow the conduct of bingo before 1 p.m. on Sunday:

1. a Class ND beach license;

2. a Class NE beach license; or

3. a Class NF beach license.

(iii) A Class NG beach license may not allow the conduct of bingo between 2 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Sunday.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 13-301 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-301
§13–301.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this title, a person shall be licensed by the Secretary as a private detective agency before the person may:

(1) conduct a business that provides private detective services in the State; and

(2) solicit to engage in a business that provides private detective services in the State.

(b) An individual or a firm may qualify for a license as a private detective agency.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 13-109 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-109
§13–109.
Status: in_force

This subtitle does not prohibit the trial judge, after an acquittal or dismissal, from ordering the immediate return of all property seized.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-905.1 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-905.1
§13–905.
Status: in_force

§13–905.1.

(a) A senior center site council may conduct billiards in a senior center 5 days per week, excluding Sunday.

(b) A senior center site council may not award a prize of money to a winner exceeding $5 in each session.

(c) (1) A senior center site council may conduct a billiards tournament with a maximum entry fee of $2 for each participant.

(2) Prizes of money may be awarded to first, second, and third place winners from the entry fee money collected.

(3) All money that remains after prizes are awarded shall be distributed to the senior center site council.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-810 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 8 / Section 13-810
§13–810.
Status: in_force

(a) If a tax lien is not satisfied or released on or before the 15th day after the notice of the lien is filed, recorded, and indexed under § 13-807 of this subtitle, a qualified attorney who is a regular salaried employee of the Comptroller or, at the request of the tax collector, the Attorney General may bring an action in a court of the State to enforce the lien.

(b) The following persons shall be made parties to the proceeding:

(1) each person who has a lien on the property that is sought to be subjected to the proceedings; and

(2) each person who claims a right to or an interest in the property that is sought to be subjected to the proceedings.

(c) The court, acting without a jury, shall:

(1) adjudicate all matters involved in the proceedings; and

(2) determine the merits of all claims or liens.

(d) If the claim or interest of the State is established, the court may order:

(1) a sale of the property or rights to property; and

(2) a distribution of any proceeds of sale in accordance with the interests of the parties and the State.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-21A-03 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 21A / Section 13-21A-03
§13–21A–03.
Status: in_force

(a) To be eligible for assistance from the Fund, an individual shall:

(1) Be a United States citizen and a resident of the State at the time of the brain injury;

(2) Have a brain injury that has been documented in the medical records of the individual;

(3) Have income at or below 300% of the federal poverty level; and

(4) Have exhausted all other health, rehabilitation, and disability benefit funding sources that cover the services provided by the Fund.

(b) An individual may not receive services from the Fund costing more than:

(1) The annual amount established by policies and procedures adopted by the Secretary or the Secretary’s designee; and

(2) The lifetime of the individual amount established by policies and procedures adopted by the Secretary or the Secretary’s designee.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-714 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-714
§13–714.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Council shall cooperate with other units of State government.

(2) The Council shall submit for approval each plan or project of the Council in which the State units have a statutory function or responsibility.

(b) The Council may:

(1) cooperate with and provide planning assistance to local governments, instrumentalities, and planning units in the region; and

(2) coordinate regional area planning with:

(i) planning activities of the State and of the local governmental units, including special districts, in the region and neighboring areas; and

(ii) programs of the federal government.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-1107 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 11 / Section 13-1107
§13–1107.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Local Public Health Component in the Program.

(b) The purpose of the Local Public Health Component is to maximize the effectiveness of anti–cancer initiatives in the State by empowering local health coalitions to develop and implement cancer prevention, education, screening, and treatment programs in coordination with the Department.

(c) Subject to §§ 13–1108 through 13–1113 of this subtitle, the Department may distribute grants to counties for cancer prevention, education, screening, and treatment programs.

(d) (1) Except as provided under paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Department may not spend any funds that are allocated to the Local Public Health Component in the State budget until after the Baseline Cancer Study has been completed.

(2) Before the Baseline Cancer Study is completed, the Department may distribute a planning grant of not more than $10,000 to each local health department other than the Baltimore City Health Department.

(e) Prior to each fiscal year, the Department shall determine the percentage of funds that shall be allocated to cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment by a county or Statewide Academic Health Center that receives funds under a Local Public Health Cancer Grant.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-4803 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 48 / Section 13-4803
§13–4803.
Status: in_force

§13–4803. IN EFFECT

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2027 PER CHAPTERS 290 AND 291 OF 2023 //

(a) The Commission consists of the following members:

(1) One member of the Senate of Maryland, appointed by the President of the Senate;

(2) One member of the House of Delegates, appointed by the Speaker of the House;

(3) One representative of Maryland’s Congressional Delegation;

(4) The Secretary of Health, or the Secretary’s designee;

(5) The Secretary of Human Services, or the Secretary’s designee;

(6) The Secretary of Juvenile Services, or the Secretary’s designee;

(7) The Deputy Secretary for Behavioral Health, or the Deputy Secretary’s designee;

(8) The Maryland Insurance Commissioner, or the Commissioner’s designee;

(9) The Executive Director of the Health Services Cost Review Commission, or the Executive Director’s designee;

(10) The Executive Director of the Maryland Health Care Commission, or the Executive Director’s designee;

(11) The Executive Director of the Maryland Community Health Resources Commission, or the Executive Director’s designee;

(12) The Executive Director of the State–designated health information exchange, or the Executive Director’s designee;

(13) The Executive Director of the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy, or the Executive Director’s designee;

(14) The Secretary of the Maryland Department of Disabilities, or the Secretary’s designee;

(15) The Secretary of the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, or the Secretary’s designee;

(16) The Special Secretary of the Governor’s Office for Children, or the Special Secretary’s designee;

(17) The Special Secretary of Opioid Response, or the Special Secretary’s designee;

(18) The Secretary of Aging, or the Secretary’s designee; and

(19) The following members appointed by the Governor:

(i) One representative of the Mental Health Association of Maryland;

(ii) One representative of the National Alliance on Mental Illness;

(iii) One representative of the Community Behavioral Health Association of Maryland;

(iv) One representative of a provider of residential behavioral health services;

(v) One representative of an acute care hospital;

(vi) One representative of an inpatient psychiatric hospital;

(vii) One individual with experience as a consumer of behavioral health services;

(viii) One family member of an individual with experience as a consumer of behavioral health services;

(ix) One representative of a provider of substance use treatment services;

(x) One representative of a school–based health center;

(xi) One individual with expertise in social determinants of health;

(xii) One individual with expertise in health economics;

(xiii) One representative of a health insurance carrier;

(xiv) One representative of a managed care organization;

(xv) One representative from the Office of the Public Defender;

(xvi) One representative of the Developmental Disability Coalition;

(xvii) One representative of the Maryland Chapter of the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence;

(xviii) One representative of the Maryland Psychological Association;

(xix) One representative of Disability Rights Maryland;

(xx) One representative of a Federally Qualified Health Center;

(xxi) One representative of a local behavioral health authority;

(xxii) One individual with an intellectual disability who uses self–directed behavioral health services; and

(xxiii) One representative of the Maryland State’s Attorneys’ Association.

(b) To the extent practicable, the membership of the Commission shall reflect the geographic and ethnic diversity of the State.

(c) The Governor, the President of the Senate, and the Speaker of the House jointly shall designate the chair of the Commission.

(d) The Department shall provide staff for the Commission.

(e) A member of the Commission:

(1) May not receive compensation as a member of the Commission; but

(2) Is entitled to reimbursement for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations, as provided in the State budget.

(f) The Commission shall meet at least three times per year at the times and places determined jointly by the Commission and the Behavioral Health Advisory Council.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 13-315 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-315
§13–315.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in § 10-226 of the State Government Article, before the Secretary takes any final action under § 13-313 of this subtitle, the Secretary shall give the person against whom the action is contemplated an opportunity for a hearing before the Secretary.

(b) The Secretary shall give notice and hold the hearing in accordance with Title 10, Subtitle 2 of the State Government Article.

(c) The Secretary may administer oaths in connection with any proceeding under this section.

(d) The hearing notice to be given to the person shall be written and sent at least 10 days before the hearing.

(e) The person may be represented at the hearing by counsel.

(f) If, after due notice, the person against whom the action is contemplated fails or refuses to appear, nevertheless the Secretary may hear and determine the matter.
Md. Code, Education § 13-303 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-303
§13–303.
Status: reserved

(a) Prior to the transfer date:

(1) The Board of Public Works shall approve the articles of incorporation of the Medical System Corporation which shall reflect the requirements of this subtitle; and

(2) The Board of Regents and the Board of Directors shall take all actions necessary to create and organize the Medical System Corporation, which shall be organized for charitable, scientific, and educational purposes and shall attain and maintain exemption from federal income taxation but which shall not be a State agency, political subdivision, public body, public corporation, or municipal corporation and is not subject to any provisions of law affecting only governmental or public entities.

(b) On or after the transfer date, the Medical System Corporation shall own, lease, manage, and operate the medical system, including such components or health services as the Board of Directors may determine or agree to undertake from time to time and shall have all powers of a Maryland corporation which are not expressly limited by this subtitle; such powers include the power to convey, lease, mortgage, encumber, and otherwise deal with all its assets including the medical system assets, without limitation or regard to their source, unless a grantor or donor restricts the use of such assets; provided, however, that without in any way limiting the power to mortgage or otherwise encumber such property, any sale or lease of any land or buildings transferred on the transfer date shall be approved by the Board of Regents.

(c) The Board of Directors:

(1) Shall provide for and maintain, consistent with the policies of the State Health Services Cost Review Commission or other relevant authority, comprehensive services for patient populations naturally served by University Hospital, including uncompensated care and outpatient care; and

(2) Shall maintain, create, and develop specialty care services appropriate to an academic medical institution to meet the needs of the State and region.

(d) The Board of Directors shall operate the medical system without discrimination based upon race, creed, sex, or national origin.

(e) The Board of Directors will conduct procurement activities consistent with minority purchasing standards applicable to State government agencies.

(f) The fiscal year of the Medical System Corporation will be the same as the fiscal year of the State unless otherwise approved by the Board of Public Works.

(g) The Board of Directors shall cause annual audited financial statements of the Medical System Corporation to be prepared and filed with the Governor, the Joint Audit and Evaluation Committee, and the Board of Regents as soon as practicable following the close of its fiscal year.

(h) (1) The Board of Directors shall prepare an annual report describing operations of the Medical System Corporation in the immediately preceding fiscal year, which shall be delivered to the Board of Regents, the Governor, and, subject to § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly as soon as practicable following the close of its fiscal year.

(2) The report shall include information about the amount of uncompensated care provided, the number of ambulatory care visits, the number of Medicaid patient visits, the number of patient visits by subdivision during the year, and any other information relevant to the provisions of this section.

(3) The General Assembly may take the annual report into consideration when considering requests by the Medical System Corporation for financial assistance from the State, including appropriations for the operating reserve fund under § 13–309 of this subtitle.

(i) Requests to the General Assembly for grants from the State for the Medical System Corporation may be submitted only with approval of the Board of Regents.

(j) The Board of Directors will coordinate with University fund–raising efforts all Medical System Corporation campaigns and solicitations for private gifts and proposals for private or federal grants.

(k) (1) The Board of Directors shall establish a nonprofit subsidiary for the purpose of operating all or a part of the University of Maryland Medical Center, to the extent approved by the University in the annual contract, that shall:

(i) Have all powers available under the laws governing the formation of the subsidiary; and

(ii) Be formed in a manner so that the subsidiary, for the purposes of meeting the jurisdictional requirements of the National Labor Relations Board:

1. Does not constitute a department or administrative arm of the State or any agency, political subdivision, public body, public corporation, or municipal corporation; and

2. Is not administered by individuals who are responsible to public officials or to the general electorate.

(2) In addition to establishing a subsidiary under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Board of Directors may establish nonprofit or for–profit subsidiaries or related entities, to the extent approved by the University in the annual contract.

(l) The Board of Directors shall ensure that the medical system shall continue to make available medical services to residents of various State institutions whose residents prior to the effective date of this legislation were served by the Hospital, including State residential centers for individuals with an intellectual disability, State mental hygiene facilities and facilities run by the State Division of Correction, as long as the administrators of those institutions continue to seek care from the Hospital for their residents in accordance with policies and legislative intent incorporated in the State budget. The Hospital is to be compensated by the institutions or other payors for this care in accordance with policies of the State Health Services Cost Review Commission or other relevant authority.

(m) The Board of Directors shall ensure that the Medical System Corporation continues to be a private, nonprofit, nonstock corporation that is independent from any State agency.

(n) (1) On or before May 31, 2019, the Board of Directors shall adopt a conflict of interest policy for members of the Board that includes:

(i) Standards for the disclosure of financial interests;

(ii) Standards for Board member participation in contracts with the Medical System Corporation in accordance with this subtitle, including an attestation that the Board member has complied with the conflict of interest standards adopted by the Board;

(iii) Standards for recusal from voting;

(iv) A requirement that a Board member may not use the Board member’s position on the Board for personal gain when contracting with the Medical System Corporation; and

(v) A requirement that a Board member provide an attestation of any business relationship with the Medical System Corporation or any affiliate of the Corporation.

(2) The Board of Directors shall send a copy of the conflict of interest policy adopted under paragraph (1) of this subsection to the Governor, the President of the Senate, and the Speaker of the House of Delegates:

(i) After the policy is initially adopted; and

(ii) Each time a change is made to the policy.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-2301 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 23 / Section 13-2301
§13–2301.
Status: in_force

Subtitle 2 of this title applies in Talbot County.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-708 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-708
§13–708.
Status: in_force

(a) If the Administration cancels, suspends, or revokes the certificate of title or the registration of a vehicle, the owner of the evidences of the title or the evidences of the registration, including the registration card and registration plates, immediately shall return them to the Administration.

(b) If the Administration cancels, suspends, or revokes the certificate of title or the registration of a vehicle, the person in possession of the evidences of the title or the evidences of the registration, including the registration card and registration plates, immediately shall return them to the Administration.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-604 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-604
§13–604.
Status: in_force

(a) The rate of interest for each month or fraction of a month is the percent equal to one–twelfth of the annual interest rate that the Comptroller sets for the calendar year under subsection (b) of this section.

(b) On or before October 1 of each year, the Comptroller shall set the annual interest rate for the next calendar year on refunds and money owed to the State as the percent that equals the greater of:

(1) (i) 13% for 2016;

(ii) 12% for 2017;

(iii) 11.5% for 2018;

(iv) 11% for 2019;

(v) 10.5% for 2020;

(vi) 10% for 2021;

(vii) 9.5% for 2022; and

(viii) 9% for 2023 and each year thereafter; or

(2) 3 percentage points above the average prime rate of interest quoted by commercial banks to large businesses during the State’s previous fiscal year, based on determination by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve Bank.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-908 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-908
§13–908.
Status: in_force

(a) The State and Caroline, Dorchester, and Talbot counties may jointly finance the Council and its activities.

(b) (1) The State may provide financial support to the Council to assist in carrying out the activities of the Council.

(2) (i) On or before August 1 of each year, the Council shall submit its proposed work programs and operating budget for the following fiscal year to the Department.

(ii) The submission shall include supporting schedules to show how the budget is financed, and to provide for review and recommendations.

(iii) After review, the Department shall forward the submission and any recommendations to the Department of Budget and Management for consideration.

(3) The Governor shall include in the State budget an appropriation for the following fiscal year of at least $200,000 to support the Council.

(c) (1) The governing bodies of Caroline, Dorchester, and Talbot counties each year shall appropriate to the Council at least $10,000 each to foster cooperative planning and development in the region.

(2) Caroline, Dorchester, and Talbot counties may appropriate any other money for the Council as they consider necessary and appropriate.

(3) Other political subdivisions, including special districts, may appropriate money to the Council as they consider necessary and appropriate.

(d) The Council may accept additional money from any other public or private source.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-411 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-411
§13–411.
Status: reserved

(a) On a vehicle for which two registration plates are required, one plate shall be attached on the front and the other on the rear of the vehicle.

(b) On a vehicle for which one registration plate is required, the plate shall be attached on the:

(1) Front of the vehicle for a Class F (tractor) vehicle; and

(2) Rear of the vehicle for every other vehicle.

(c) (1) At all times, each registration plate shall be:

(i) Maintained free from foreign materials, including registration plate covers as defined in § 13–411.1 of this subtitle, and in a condition to be clearly legible; and

(ii) Securely fastened to the vehicle for which it is issued:

1. In a horizontal position;

2. In a manner that prevents the plate from swinging; and

3. In a place and position to be clearly visible.

(2) For a violation involving the placement of an object framing or bordering the edges of a registration plate, a police officer may enforce this subsection only as a secondary action when the police officer detains a driver of a motor vehicle for a suspected violation of another provision of the Code.

(d) Except as otherwise expressly permitted by the Maryland Vehicle Law, as to any vehicle required to be registered under this title, a person may not drive the vehicle on any highway in this State, unless there is attached to the vehicle and displayed on it, as required in this title:

(1) A registration plate or plates issued for the vehicle by the Administration for the current registration period; and

(2) Any validation tab issued for the vehicle under this subtitle.

(e) Except as otherwise expressly permitted by the Maryland Vehicle Law, as to any vehicle required to be registered under this title, the owner of the vehicle may not permit the vehicle to be driven on any highway in this State, unless there is attached to and displayed on the vehicle, as required in this title:

(1) A registration plate or plates issued by the Administration for the current registration period; and

(2) Any validation tab issued for the vehicle under this subtitle.

(f) Except as otherwise expressly permitted by the Maryland Vehicle Law, a vehicle used or driven in this State may not display on either its front or rear any expired registration plate issued by any state.

(g) Except as otherwise expressly permitted by the Maryland Vehicle Law, a person may not display or permit to be displayed on any vehicle used or driven in this State any registration plate issued for another vehicle or to a person other than the owner of the vehicle.

(h) (1) A vehicle registered as a historic or antique vehicle (Class L) in this State or in another state, when used or driven in this State, may display vintage registration plates as an indication of the historic or antique nature of the vehicle. Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the place on the vehicle provided for the display of registration plates may only be used for the display of current registration plates in accordance with subsections (a) through (c) of this section, and any vintage registration plates which are used shall be displayed elsewhere on the vehicle.

(2) If the Administration authorizes the display of vintage registration plates in lieu of current registration plates, as provided in § 13-936.1 of this title, the vintage registration plates shall be displayed as required under subsections (a) through (c) of this section. However, the current registration plates shall be kept in the vehicle at all times.

(i) It is the duty of every police officer to report to the Administration all vehicles operated in violation of this section. The Administration shall verify whether the owner of a reported vehicle has complied with this section.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-2103 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 21 / Section 13-2103
§13–2103.
Status: in_force

(a) A qualified organization must have a bingo license whenever the qualified organization conducts bingo.

(b) The county commissioners may adopt regulations, in consultation with the designee under § 13–2105 of this subtitle, to administer and enforce bingo activities in the county.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-406 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-406
§13–406.
Status: in_force

(a) From among its members, the Council shall elect each year a chair and one or more vice chairs.

(b) The Council shall adopt bylaws for the conduct of its business.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-723 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-723
§13–723.
Status: in_force

After the Council adopts the plan, the Council may not establish any policy or take an action that does not conform to the plan.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 13-404.1 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-404.1
§13–404.
Status: in_force

§13–404.1.

(a) By regulation, the Secretary shall stagger the terms of the certifications under this subtitle.

(b) Unless a certification is renewed for a 3–year term as provided in this section, the certification expires on the date the Secretary sets.

(c) At least 90 days before a certification expires, the applicant shall submit to the Secretary in the manner and format designated by the Secretary:

(1) a renewal application;

(2) the amount of the renewal fee in a method approved by the Secretary; and

(3) the amount of any late fee, as determined by the Secretary.

(d) An individual periodically may renew the certification for an additional 3–year term, if the individual:

(1) is otherwise entitled to be certified;

(2) pays to the Secretary in a method approved by the Secretary:

(i) a renewal fee of $10;

(ii) the fee authorized under § 10–221(b)(7) of the Criminal Procedure Article for access to Maryland criminal history records;

(iii) the mandatory processing fee required by the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a national criminal history records check; and

(iv) any late fee required under this subtitle; and

(3) submits to the Secretary:

(i) a renewal application in the manner and format designated by the Secretary; and

(ii) two complete sets of the applicant’s legible fingerprints taken in a format approved by the Director of the Central Repository and the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

(e) In accordance with §§ 10–201 through 10–234 of the Criminal Procedure Article, the Central Repository shall forward to the applicant and the Department of State Police a printed statement of the applicant’s criminal history records information.

(f) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, if a complete application for renewal of certification as required under this subtitle is not received by the Secretary at least 30 calendar days before the certification expires, the Secretary shall assess a late fee of $5 per day until the application is received by the Secretary, unless the applicant did not make timely renewal because of incapacity, hospitalization, being called to active military duty, or other hardship.

(2) The total amount of late fees assessed under this subsection may not exceed $150.

(3) The Secretary may not certify any applicant under this title if the applicant has outstanding late fee obligations.

(g) (1) The Secretary shall renew the certification of each individual who meets the requirements of this section.

(2) Within 5 days after the Secretary refuses to renew the certification of an individual as a private detective, the Secretary shall send written notice of the refusal to the individual who submitted the renewal application.
Md. Code, Local Government § 13-606 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-606
§13–606.
Status: in_force

(a) By ordinance, the County Commissioners of Washington County:

(1) may establish methods to:

(i) provide supplemental payments to the Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation, independently or under a lease arrangement with an outside funding source; or

(ii) purchase development rights in an agricultural preservation district; and

(2) in accordance with regulations and procedures adopted by the Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation, may provide for:

(i) the establishment of agricultural preservation districts; and

(ii) standards and guidelines under which real property is eligible for inclusion in an agricultural preservation district.

(b) (1) The methods to provide supplemental payments or purchase development rights under subsection (a)(1) of this section may include the creation of a long–term obligation of Washington County in the nature or form of an installment purchase agreement.

(2) An obligation authorized under paragraph (1) of this subsection is exempt from §§ 19–205 and 19–206 of this article.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-1302 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 13 / Section 13-1302
§13–1302.
Status: in_force

This subtitle applies only in Frederick County.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 13-105 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-105
§13–105.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) If a trading stamp company fails to redeem its trading stamps, each rightful holder of its trading stamps may make a claim against the bond in accordance with this section.

(2) For purposes of this section, a rightful holder includes a retailer that rightfully holds trading stamps for issuance to customers.

(b) The claim shall be submitted to the Secretary of State within 3 months after the failure to redeem trading stamps.

(c) (1) The Secretary of State promptly shall determine whether the trading stamp company should have redeemed its trading stamps.

(2) If the Secretary of State so determines, the Secretary of State shall notify the trading stamp company of that determination.

(d) (1) If the trading stamp company fails to redeem its trading stamps within 10 days after the notification, the Secretary of State shall publish notice of the failure in 3 consecutive issues of 1 or more newspapers that have general circulation in the State.

(2) The notice shall state the time within which proofs of claim and the trading stamps on which they are based must be submitted to the Secretary of State.

(e) Proofs of claim and the trading stamps on which they are based shall be submitted to the Secretary of State within 3 months after the first publication of the notice.

(f) Promptly after the end of the 3-month period, the Secretary of State shall determine the validity of all claims.

(g) The surety shall pay to the Secretary of State the lesser of:

(1) the amount necessary to satisfy:

(i) all valid claims; and

(ii) reasonable administrative costs to determine and pay the claims; or

(2) the amount of the bond.

(h) The Secretary of State promptly shall:

(1) distribute equitably to the claimants the proceeds of the bond, less reasonable administrative costs; and

(2) destroy the trading stamps surrendered to the Secretary of State.

(i) (1) On the effective date of each new bond that a trading stamp company submits, all liability on earlier bonds ends.

(2) A rightful holder who makes a claim under this section on or after that date shall make the claim only against the new bond.
Md. Code, Education § 13-312 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-312
§13–312.
Status: in_force

This subtitle, being necessary for the health and welfare of the State and its inhabitants, shall be liberally construed to effect the purposes hereof.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-913 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-913
§13–913.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, for any debt not excepted by law from the Central Collection Unit’s responsibilities under Title 3, Subtitle 3 of the State Finance and Procurement Article or otherwise, the Central Collection Unit may:

(i) certify to the Comptroller the existence of any debt that has been referred to it for collection by a State agency; and

(ii) request the Comptroller to withhold the sum certified from any income tax refund to which a debtor is entitled.

(2) A debt may not be withheld if the State agency or the Central Collection Unit has been advised by the Attorney General that the validity of the debt is legitimately in dispute or an alternate means of collection is pending and believed to be adequate.

(b) (1) The Department of Budget and Management shall establish by regulation those classes or categories of debts, including any minimum debt amount, that may be referred to the Central Collection Unit for withholding.

(2) Subject to § 13-918 of this subtitle, if more than one State agency is owed money by the same debtor, any amount withheld from an income tax refund shall be applied in the order of referral of the debt by the State agencies.

(c) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the withholding of debt from an income tax refund authorized by this part does not preclude use of any other remedy provided by law for the collection of debts owed to the State and this part shall be liberally construed to effectuate its purposes.

(2) This part shall be interpreted in a manner that does not deprive a debtor of any rights or defenses that would be available to that debtor in defending against a claim of setoff incident to a judicial proceeding.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 13-535 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-535
§13–535.
Status: in_force

(a) If the interest of the owner in property that has been seized under this subtitle is redeemed, the lienholder shall mail a notice of the redemption to the forfeiting authority within 10 days after the redemption.

(b) (1) If property that has been seized under this subtitle has been repossessed or otherwise lawfully taken by the lienholder, the lienholder shall return the property to the seizing authority within 21 days after the redemption.

(2) The seizing authority and the forfeiting authority may then proceed with the forfeiture of the property or the proceeds from the sale of the property.

(c) Time limitations required under this subtitle for notice and filing of the complaint for forfeiture run from the date of redemption or purchase of the property that has been seized under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-1007 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1007
§13–1007.
Status: in_force

(a) After the Baseline Tobacco Study has been completed and before soliciting applications for Local Public Health Tobacco Grants, the Department, in consultation with the local health departments, shall:

(1) Establish short–term and long–term tobacco use prevention and cessation goals for each county;

(2) Establish other requirements for each county that the Department determines to be necessary to meet the goals established under paragraph (1) of this subsection; and

(3) Provide for the distribution of Local Public Health Tobacco Grants to eligible counties based on the formula established under subsection (b) of this section.

(b) Subject to subsections (c) through (e) of this section and §§ 13–1008 through 13–1012 of this subtitle, the Department shall distribute a Local Public Health Tobacco Grant to each county that is equal to the sum of:

(1) A base amount of funding as determined by the Department for each county and Baltimore City;

(2) The product of:

(i) One–half of the amount remaining from the allocation to the Local Public Health Component in the State budget after the base amount under item (1) of this subsection is distributed to each county and Baltimore City; and

(ii) The number of individuals in the county attending middle school or high school who smoke or otherwise use tobacco products divided by the number of individuals in the State attending middle school or high school who smoke or otherwise use tobacco products; and

(3) The product of:

(i) One–half of the amount remaining from the allocation to the Local Public Health Component in the State budget after the base amount under item (1) of this subsection is distributed to each county and Baltimore City; and

(ii) The number of individuals in the county who smoke or otherwise use tobacco products divided by the number of individuals in the State who smoke or otherwise use tobacco products.

(c) Beginning in fiscal year 2005, the calculations of the numbers of individuals smoking or using tobacco products required in subsection (b)(2)(ii) and (3)(ii) of this section shall be based on the most recent data averaged over a multiyear period as determined by the Department.

(d) The allocation formula calculated in accordance with subsection (b) of this section for fiscal year 2005 shall remain in effect for the following 3 years and thereafter shall be recalculated every 4th year in accordance with the provisions of this section.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-5303 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 53 / Section 13-5303
§13–5303.
Status: in_force

(a) At the time of dispensing nPEP, a pharmacist registered with the Program shall:

(1) Screen the patient to determine that HIV exposure occurred within 72 hours before the dispensing;

(2) Determine whether the patient meets clinical criteria consistent with the most recent CDC Guidelines, including:

(i) The identification of any contraindicated medications; and

(ii) If applicable, exposure as the result of an alleged rape or sexual offense or alleged child sexual abuse;

(3) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, determine whether an available standing order is appropriate for the patient and dispense nPEP in accordance with the most recent CDC Guidelines;

(4) Refer the patient to a disease intervention specialist within the Department for ongoing treatment; and

(5) Determine whether the patient has a primary care provider and:

(i) If the patient has a primary care provider, notify the provider that the patient was dispensed nPEP; or

(ii) If the patient does not have a primary care provider, provide the patient with a list of local primary care providers and clinics provided by the Department.

(b) If an available standing order is not appropriate for the patient, the pharmacist shall refer the patient to a primary care provider.

(c) A pharmacist may dispense nPEP in accordance with a therapy management contract under Title 12, Subtitle 6A of the Health Occupations Article.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 13-301 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-301
§13–301.
Status: reserved

(a) This section does not apply to a vehicle unless the owner authorized or allowed the vehicle to be used or employed in concealing, conveying, or transporting explosives during the course of a violation of Title 11, Subtitle 1 of the Public Safety Article.

(b) In addition to any other penalty provided for a violation of Title 11, Subtitle 1 of the Public Safety Article, if a person on whom a penalty is imposed under § 11-116 of the Public Safety Article uses or employs a motor vehicle, other vehicle, vessel, or aircraft in concealing, conveying, or transporting explosives during the course of a violation of Title 11, Subtitle 1 of the Public Safety Article, the court on conviction of the person shall order the motor vehicle, other vehicle, vessel, or aircraft to be forfeited to the State or a county, based on which jurisdiction initiated the investigation.

(c) If a court orders forfeiture under subsection (b) of this section, the interest transferred to the State or county is subordinate to the holder of a perfected security interest in the motor vehicle, other vehicle, vessel, or aircraft.

(d) (1) After discharging any perfected security interest in a forfeited motor vehicle, other vehicle, vessel, or aircraft, the Secretary of State Police or the local governing body of a county may:

(i) use the forfeited motor vehicle, other vehicle, vessel, or aircraft for public purposes; or

(ii) sell, exchange, or convey the forfeited motor vehicle, other vehicle, vessel, or aircraft.

(2) Any money received from the sale, exchange, or conveyance shall be deposited in the General Fund of the State or county.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-105 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-105
§13–105.
Status: in_force

On receiving an application for a certificate of title, the Administration shall check the vehicle identification number shown in the application for the vehicle:

(1) Against the records of vehicles required to be kept by § 13-106 of this subtitle; and

(2) Against the records of stolen vehicles required to be kept by § 14-105 of this article.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 13-315 — MD Code / Article get / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-315
§13–315.
Status: in_force

(a) A custodian is entitled to reimbursement from custodial property for reasonable expenses incurred in the performance of the custodian’s duties.

(b) Except for one who is a transferor under § 13-304 of this subtitle, a custodian has a noncumulative election during each calendar year to charge reasonable compensation for services performed during that year.

(c) Except as provided in § 13-318(f) of this subtitle, a custodian need not give a bond.
Md. Code, Education § 13-504 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-504
§13–504.
Status: in_force

(a) In accordance with this subtitle, the Institute shall be the State administrative agency responsible for the coordination of all emergency medical services.

(b) The Institute includes the Emergency Medical Services Field Operations.

(c) The Institute shall have the staff and funds as provided in the State budget.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-737 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-737
§13–737.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Western Maryland Economic Future Investment Board.

(b) The Board consists of the following members:

(1) one representative from District 1, appointed by the Speaker of the House, in consultation with the District 1 delegation to the Maryland General Assembly;

(2) one representative from District 1, appointed by the President of the Senate, in consultation with the District 1 delegation to the Maryland General Assembly;

(3) one representative from District 2, appointed by the Speaker of the House, in consultation with the District 2 delegation to the Maryland General Assembly;

(4) one representative from District 2, appointed by the President of the Senate, in consultation with the District 2 delegation to the Maryland General Assembly; and

(5) the Executive Director, as a nonvoting member, except that the Executive Director may vote to break a tie on any item voted by the Board.

(c) The voting members of the Board may elect a chair from among the Board’s members.

(d) The Council shall provide staff for the Board.

(e) A member of the Board:

(1) may not receive compensation as a member of the Board; but

(2) is entitled to reimbursement for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations, as provided in the State budget.

(f) The voting members of the Board shall have final approval authority on:

(1) disbursements from the Fund; and

(2) projects selected in accordance with § 13–740 of this subtitle.

(g) A member of the Maryland General Assembly may not serve as a member of the Board.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 13-207 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-207
§13–207.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this section, a procurement officer may not require a bidder or offeror to provide bid security on a procurement contract if the procurement officer expects the price to be less than or equal to the small procurement amount specified in § 13–109 of this title.

(b) (1) A procurement officer shall require a bidder or offeror to provide bid security on a procurement contract for construction if:

(i) the price is expected to exceed the small procurement amount specified in § 13–109 of this title; or

(ii) required by federal law or a condition of federal assistance requires the security.

(2) The amount of bid security required for a procurement contract for construction shall be:

(i) at least 5% of the bid or price proposal; or

(ii) if the bid or price proposal states a rate but not a total price, an amount determined by the procurement officer.

(c) (1) A procurement officer may require a bidder or offeror to provide bid security on a procurement contract for services, supplies, or construction related services if the price of the procurement contract is expected to exceed the small procurement amount specified in § 13–109 of this title.

(2) A procurement officer shall require a bidder or offeror to provide bid security on a procurement contract for services, supplies, or construction related services if federal law or a condition of federal assistance requires the security.

(3) The amount of bid security required for a procurement contract for services, supplies, or construction related services shall be an amount determined by the procurement officer. If a bid or proposal states a rate but not a total price, the procurement officer shall determine the dollar amount of the bid security.

(d) Bid security under this section shall be:

(1) a bond provided by a surety company authorized to do business in the State;

(2) cash; or

(3) another form of security allowed by regulation.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-2409 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 24 / Section 13-2409
§13–2409.
Status: in_force

(a) This section does not apply to a nonprofit organization seeking a bingo permit.

(b) The county commissioners may charge an annual fee not exceeding $5,000 for a bingo permit.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 13-304 — MD Code / Article get / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-304
§13–304.
Status: in_force

A person may make a transfer by irrevocable gift to, or the irrevocable exercise of a power of appointment in favor of, a custodian for the benefit of a minor pursuant to § 13-309 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Insurance § 13-113 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-113
§13–113.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A claimant shall report a claim promptly to the insurer or its designated claim representative.

(2) The insurer shall maintain adequate claim files.

(3) The insurer shall settle a claim as soon as possible and in accordance with the terms of the insurance contract.

(b) The insurer shall pay a claim by a draft drawn on the insurer or by a check of the insurer to the order of:

(1) the claimant to whom payment of the claim is due under the policy; or

(2) a person to whom the claimant directs payment be made.

(c) (1) A plan or arrangement may not be used if it authorizes a person other than the insurer or its designated claim representative to settle or adjust claims.

(2) The creditor may not be designated as the claim representative of the insurer to adjust a claim.

(3) Notwithstanding paragraph (2) of this subsection, by arrangement with the group insurer, a group policyholder may draw a draft or check in payment of a claim due to the group policyholder subject to audit and review by the group insurer.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-2101 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 21 / Section 13-2101
§13–2101.
Status: in_force

In this subtitle, “Advisory Board” means the State Traumatic Brain Injury Advisory Board.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-519 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-519
§13–519.
Status: in_force

The Tax Court shall hear and determine appeals promptly.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-2622 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 26 / Section 13-2622
§13–2622.
Status: in_force

The county commissioners may:

(1) adopt regulations concerning the permit application and the issuance of permits under this part;

(2) set a fee by resolution for each kind of permit issued under this part;

(3) regulate the number of permits issued to organizations each year; and

(4) deny a permit to an organization for up to 3 years if the organization violates this part or the regulations adopted under this part.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-118 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-118
§13–118.
Status: in_force

(a) If the name of any individual who has applied for or obtained a certificate of title is later changed by marriage or by court order, or if the name of any other person who has applied for or obtained a certificate of title is later changed as provided by law, the person shall, within 30 days of the change, notify the Administration of the former name and the new name on the form that the Administration requires.

(b) If the name of any individual who has applied for or obtained a certificate of title is later changed by marriage or court order, or if the name of any other person who has applied for or obtained a certificate of title is later changed as provided by law, the person shall, within 30 days of the change, apply for a corrected certificate of title on the form that the Administration requires.

(c) On receipt of the application, the Administration shall issue a corrected certificate of title for a fee established by the Administration.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-625 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-625
§13–625.
Status: in_force

If the Council has adopted a plan for the region:

(1) a governmental unit in the region may not adopt a plan, or amendment to a plan, having a regional impact until the plan is referred to the Council for its consideration, review, and recommendations; and

(2) a road, park, public way, public building, or other development that is regional in nature or affects an area greater than a single unit of government may not be constructed or authorized in the region until the proposed location and its extent are referred to the Council for consideration, review, and recommendations.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-2425 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 24 / Section 13-2425
§13–2425.
Status: in_force

(a) A tip jar license expires on the first July 1 after its effective date.

(b) A tip jar license is not transferable.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-405 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-405
§13–405.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A person who directly or indirectly requests placement of a qualifying paid digital communication on an online platform shall expressly notify the online platform at the time the request for placement of a qualifying paid digital communication is made that the communication is a qualifying paid digital communication.

(2) The notice required under paragraph (1) of this subsection:

(i) shall be provided using the method prescribed by the online platform; and

(ii) may not be provided through the inclusion of the authority line required under § 13–401 of this subtitle on the qualifying paid digital communication.

(3) If an online platform does not provide a method for a requester of a qualifying paid digital communication to give notice as required by paragraph (2)(i) of this subsection, the requester shall:

(i) notify the State Board that the online platform is not in compliance with paragraph (2)(i) of this subsection; and

(ii) provide the information required under subsection (b)(6) of this section to the State Board.

(b) (1) An online platform shall make available for public inspection on the Internet in a machine–readable format the records described in paragraph (6) of this subsection regarding qualifying paid digital communications disseminated through the online platform for which the online platform has received notice in accordance with subsection (a) of this section.

(2) An online platform shall allow the public to search the records described in paragraph (6) of this subsection by purchaser.

(3) Except as provided in paragraph (5) of this subsection, the records described in paragraph (6) of this subsection shall be available for public inspection on the Internet in a clearly identifiable location on the online platform’s website:

(i) within 48 hours after a qualifying paid digital communication is purchased; and

(ii) for at least 1 year after the general election following the date when the online platform disseminated the qualifying paid digital communication to which the records relate.

(4) For purposes of paragraph (3) of this subsection, a person shall be considered to have purchased a qualifying paid digital communication if the person has executed a contract to purchase a qualifying paid digital communication.

(5) (i) An online platform may apply to the State Board for a compliance waiver to allow the online platform to make the records described in paragraph (6) of this subsection available for public inspection on the Internet within up to 7 days after a qualifying paid digital communication is purchased.

(ii) The State Board shall require an applicant for a compliance waiver under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph to:

1. describe why complying with the requirements under paragraph (3) of this subsection presents an unreasonable burden on the applicant; and

2. present measures the applicant will take to meet the requirements under paragraph (3) of this subsection within 6 months after the date the compliance waiver is granted.

(iii) The State Board may not grant:

1. more than one compliance waiver to an online platform; and

2. a compliance waiver to an online platform within 30 days before an election.

(iv) A compliance waiver is not effective during the 30 days immediately preceding an election.

(v) If an online platform will apply for a compliance waiver under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph, the online platform shall apply for the compliance waiver before receiving payment for a qualifying paid digital communication.

(6) For each qualifying paid digital communication a purchaser requests to disseminate through an online platform and for which the purchaser has provided notice in accordance with subsection (a) of this section, the online platform shall maintain the following records:

(i) for each qualifying paid digital communication purchased by a political committee:

1. the name of the person and any contact information for the person required by the State Board, of the political committee;

2. the treasurer of the political committee; and

3. the total amount paid by the purchaser to the online platform for the placement of the qualifying paid digital communication;

(ii) for each qualifying paid digital communication purchased by a person other than a political committee or an ad network:

1. the name of the person and any contact information for the person required by the State Board, of the person;

2. the identity of the individuals exercising direction or control over the activities of the person, including the chief executive officer or board of directors, if applicable; and

3. the total amount paid by the purchaser to the online platform for the placement of the qualifying paid digital communication; and

(iii) for each qualifying paid digital communication purchased by an ad network:

1. the contact information for the ad network; or

2. a hyperlink to the ad network’s website where the contact information is located.

(c) (1) An online platform shall maintain and make available to the State Board on request the records described in paragraph (3) of this subsection regarding qualifying paid digital communications disseminated through the online platform for which the online platform has received notice in accordance with subsection (a) of this section.

(2) The records described in paragraph (3) of this subsection shall be available on the request of the State Board:

(i) within 48 hours after a qualifying paid digital communication is first disseminated on the online platform; and

(ii) for at least 1 year after the general election following the date when the online platform disseminated the qualifying paid digital communication to which the records relate.

(3) For each qualifying paid digital communication a purchaser requests to disseminate through an online platform and for which the purchaser has provided notice in accordance with subsection (a) of this section, the online platform shall maintain the following records:

(i) the candidate or ballot issue to which the qualifying paid digital communication relates and whether the qualifying paid digital communication supports or opposes that candidate or ballot issue;

(ii) the dates and times that the qualifying paid digital communication was first disseminated and last disseminated;

(iii) a digital copy of the content of the qualifying paid digital communication;

(iv) an approximate description of the geographic locations where the qualifying paid digital communication was disseminated;

(v) an approximate description of the audience that received or was targeted to receive the qualifying paid digital communication; and

(vi) the total number of impressions generated by the qualifying paid digital communication.

(4) Information obtained by the State Board under this subsection is not subject to inspection under the Public Information Act.

(d) (1) A purchaser of a qualifying paid digital communication shall provide the online platform that disseminates the qualifying paid digital communication with the information necessary for the online platform to comply with subsections (b) and (c) of this section.

(2) An online platform may rely in good faith on the information provided by a purchaser of a qualifying paid digital communication to comply with subsections (b) and (c) of this section.

(e) An online platform shall make reasonable efforts to allow the State Board to:

(1) obtain the information required under subsections (b) and (c) of this section;

(2) obtain the information that a purchaser of a qualifying paid digital communication provided to the online platform in accordance with subsection (d) of this section; and

(3) otherwise request that a purchaser of a qualifying paid digital communication comply with this section or § 13–401 of this subtitle.

(f) An online platform that disseminates qualifying paid digital communications shall make reasonable efforts, in accordance with the federal Stored Communications Act, to comply with any subpoena that is issued in connection with an investigation concerning the compliance of a purchaser of a qualifying paid digital communication with this section or § 13–401 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-736 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-736
§13–736.
Status: in_force

(a) In this part the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Board” means the Western Maryland Economic Future Investment Board established under § 13–737 of this subtitle.

(c) “Executive Director” means the Executive Director of the Board.

(d) “Fund” means the Senator George C. Edwards Fund established under § 13–739 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-1110 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 11 / Section 13A-1110
§13A–1110.
Status: in_force

The provisions of this title are hereby declared to be severable and if any provision of this title or the application of such provision to any person or circumstance is declared invalid for any reason, such declaration shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this title.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-5102 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 51 / Section 13-5102
§13–5102.
Status: in_force

§13–5102. IN EFFECT

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2026 PER CHAPTER 787 OF 2024 //

There is a Commission on Public Health.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-602 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-602
§13–602.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A person may not directly or indirectly give, offer, or promise money, aid, a gift, an advantage, a preferment, an emolument, or any other valuable thing to another person for the purpose of inducing or procuring that person to vote or refrain from voting for or against:

(i) an individual, question, or measure at an election or political convention; or

(ii) the election of an officer by the General Assembly.

(2) A person may not directly or indirectly receive, accept, request, or solicit money, aid, a gift, an advantage, a preferment, an emolument, or any other valuable thing from another person for the purpose of inducing or procuring a third person to vote or refrain from voting for or against an individual, question, or measure at an election or political convention.

(3) A person may not vote or refrain from voting for or against an individual, question, or measure at an election or a political convention, in consideration of money, aid, a gift, an advantage, a preferment, an emolument, or any other valuable thing paid, received, accepted, or promised to the advantage of that person or of another person.

(4) (i) A person, to defray the costs of a campaign finance entity, may not directly or indirectly pay, give, or promise money or any other valuable thing to any person other than a campaign finance entity.

(ii) Subparagraph (i) of this paragraph does not apply to:

1. dues regularly paid for membership in a political club if all of the money that is spent by that political club in connection with any campaign finance activity is paid through a treasurer as provided in this title;

2. an individual volunteering the individual’s time or personal vehicle in accordance with § 13–232 of this title;

3. an employer’s accumulation of employee contributions in accordance with § 13–242 of this title; or

4. advertising costs or other expenses incident to the expression of personal views in accordance with § 13–102 of this title.

(5) A person may not directly or indirectly pay or promise to pay a campaign finance entity in a name other than the person’s name.

(6) A responsible officer of a campaign finance entity may not knowingly receive a payment or promise of payment and enter it or cause it to be entered in an account book in a name that the responsible officer knows is not the name of the person that made the payment or the promise to pay.

(7) An employer who pays employees in envelopes may not mark on or enclose in the envelopes a political motto, device, or argument that contains express or implied threats intended to influence the political opinions or actions of those employees.

(8) During the 90 days before an election, an employer may not exhibit in the employer’s workplace:

(i) a threat, a notice, or information that, on the election or defeat of a particular ticket or candidate:

1. work will cease, wholly or partly;

2. the workplace will close; or

3. employees’ wages will be reduced; or

(ii) any other threat, expressed or implied, intended to influence the political opinions or actions of the employer’s employees.

(9) A person may not:

(i) publish or distribute, or cause to be published or distributed, campaign material that violates § 13–401 of this title; or

(ii) publish, distribute, or disseminate, or cause to be published, distributed, or disseminated, campaign material that violates § 13–401.1 of this title.

(10) A candidate may not make a payment, contribution, or expenditure, or incur a liability to pay, contribute, or expend, from the candidate’s personal funds any money or valuable thing in a manner not authorized by § 13–230 of this title.

(11) An individual may not sign the name of any other individual on any form or other document under this title, without the authority of the individual whose name is signed.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is:

(1) subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or both; and

(2) ineligible to hold any public or party office for 4 years after the date of the offense.

(c) (1) The State Prosecutor may prosecute, in any jurisdiction of the State, a person that the State Prosecutor believes to be guilty of a willful violation of this section.

(2) A State’s Attorney may prosecute a person that the State’s Attorney believes to be guilty of a willful violation of this section in the county in which the State’s Attorney serves.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-906 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 9 / Section 13A-906
§13A–906.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Each general and special court–martial case in which there has been a finding of guilty shall be reviewed by the senior force judge advocate, or a designee.

(2) The senior force judge advocate, or designee, may not review a case under this subsection if that person has acted in the same case as an accuser, investigating officer, member of the court, military judge, or counsel or has otherwise acted on behalf of the prosecution or defense.

(3) The senior force judge advocate’s review shall be in writing and shall contain the following:

(i) conclusions as to whether:

1. the court had jurisdiction over the accused and the offense;

2. the charge and specification stated an offense; and

3. the sentence was within the limits prescribed as a matter of law;

(ii) a response to each allegation of error made in writing by the accused; and

(iii) if the case is sent for action under subsection (b) of this section, a recommendation as to the appropriate action to be taken and an opinion as to whether corrective action is required as a matter of law.

(b) The record of trial and related documents in each case reviewed under subsection (a) of this section shall be sent for action to the Adjutant General, if:

(1) the judge advocate who reviewed the case recommends corrective action;

(2) the sentence approved under § 13A–902 of this subtitle extends to dismissal, a bad–conduct or dishonorable discharge, or confinement for more than 6 months; or

(3) such action is otherwise required by regulations of the Adjutant General.

(c) (1) The Adjutant General may:

(i) disapprove or approve the findings or sentence, in whole or in part;

(ii) remit, commute, or suspend the sentence in whole or in part;

(iii) except where the evidence was insufficient at the trial to support the findings, order a rehearing on the findings, on the sentence, or on both; or

(iv) dismiss the charges.

(2) If a rehearing is ordered but the convening authority finds a rehearing impracticable, the convening authority shall dismiss the charges.

(3) If the opinion of the senior force judge advocate, or designee, in the senior force judge advocate’s review under subsection (a) of this section is that corrective action is required as a matter of law and if the Adjutant General does not take action that is at least as favorable to the accused as that recommended by the judge advocate, the record of trial and action thereon shall be sent to the Governor for review and action as deemed appropriate.

(d) (1) The senior force judge advocate, or a designee, may review any case in which there has been a finding of not guilty of all charges and specifications.

(2) The senior force judge advocate, or designee, may not review a case under this subsection if that person has acted in the same case as an accuser, investigating officer, member of the court, military judge, or counsel or has otherwise acted on behalf of the prosecution or defense.

(3) The senior force judge advocate’s review shall be limited to questions of subject matter jurisdiction.

(e) (1) The record of trial and related documents in each case reviewed under subsection (d) of this section shall be sent for action to the Adjutant General.

(2) The Adjutant General may:

(i) when subject matter jurisdiction is found to be lacking, void the court–martial ab initio, with or without prejudice to the government, as the Adjutant General deems appropriate; or

(ii) return the record of trial and related documents to the senior force judge advocate for appeal by the government as provided by law.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-2202 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 22 / Section 13-2202
§13–2202.
Status: in_force

To benefit charity in the county or to further the purposes of an organization qualified to conduct bingo under this section, an organization may conduct bingo if the organization is a bona fide:

(1) religious organization;

(2) fraternal organization;

(3) war veterans’ organization;

(4) charitable organization; or

(5) volunteer fire company operating in a community that does not have a paid fire department.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-602 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 6 / Section 13A-602
§13A–602.
Status: reserved

(a) Proceedings may be conducted to review, or otherwise act on, the following matters before referral of charges and specifications to court–martial in accordance with regulations prescribed by § 13A–701 of this title:

(1) pre–referral investigative subpoenas;

(2) pre–referral warrants or orders for electronic communications;

(3) pre–referral matters referred by an appellate court;

(4) pre–referral matters under § 13A–603(c) or (d) of this subtitle; or

(5) arrest warrants when probable cause exists to believe a military member committed a crime as described under the punitive provisions.

(b) The regulations prescribed under subsection (a) of this section shall:

(1) include procedures for the review of such rulings that may be ordered under this section as the adjutant general considers appropriate; and

(2) provide such limitations on the relief that may be ordered under this section as the Adjutant General considers appropriate.

(c) If a matter in a proceeding under this section becomes a subject at issue with respect to charges that have been referred to a general or special court–martial, the matter shall be transferred to the military judge detailed to the court–martial.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-514 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-514
§13–514.
Status: in_force

Unless a person has exhausted all available administrative remedies before the appropriate tax determining agency, the person may not appeal to the Tax Court.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-235 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-235
§13–235.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies to the following officials:

(1) the Governor;

(2) the Lieutenant Governor;

(3) the Attorney General;

(4) the Comptroller;

(5) the State Treasurer; and

(6) a member of the General Assembly.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (c), (d), or (e) of this section, during a regular session of the General Assembly an official described in subsection (a) of this section, or a person acting on behalf of the official, may not, as to a candidate for federal, State, or local office, or a campaign finance entity of the candidate or any other campaign finance entity organized under this title and operated in coordination with a candidate:

(1) receive a contribution;

(2) conduct a fund–raising event;

(3) solicit a contribution; or

(4) deposit or use any contribution of money that was not deposited prior to the session.

(c) An official described in subsection (a) of this section, or a person acting on behalf of the official, is not subject to this section when engaged in activities solely related to the official’s election to an elective federal or local office for which the official is a filed candidate.

(d) Under the Public Financing Act, a gubernatorial ticket, during the year of the election only, may accept eligible private contributions and any disbursement of funds by the State Board that is based on the eligible private contributions.

(e) An official described in subsection (a) of this section, or a person acting on behalf of the official, may deposit a contribution during the legislative session if the contribution was made electronically before the start of the session.

(f) (1) As to a violation of this section, the campaign finance entity of the official in violation is liable for a civil penalty as provided in § 13–604.1 of this title.

(2) A civil penalty imposed under this subsection shall be distributed to the Fair Campaign Financing Fund established under § 15–103 of this article.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 13-304 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-304
§13–304.
Status: in_force

A seller may not use any general referral sales technique, plan, arrangement, or agreement by which a buyer is induced to purchase merchandise, real property, or intangibles on the representation or promise of the seller that if the buyer furnishes to the seller the names of other prospective buyers of like or identical merchandise, real property, or intangibles, he will receive a reduction in purchase price by means of a cash rebate, commission, or credit toward balance due or any other consideration.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-5801 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 58 / Section 13-5801
§13–5801.
Status: in_force

§13–5801. IN EFFECT

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL SEPTEMBER 30, 2030 PER CHAPTER 759 OF 2025 //

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Paramedic” has the meaning stated in § 13–516 of the Education Article.

(c) “Program” means the Buprenorphine Training Grant Program.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 13-306 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-306
§13–306.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, an applicant who otherwise qualifies for a license is entitled to be examined for that license as provided in this section.

(2) An applicant who fails the examination for licensure six times may not:

(i) Retake the examination; or

(ii) Be licensed by the Board.

(b) The Board shall give examinations at least twice a year, at the times and places that the Board determines, to applicants for:

(1) A physical therapy license; and

(2) A physical therapist assistant license.

(c) The Board or its agent shall notify each qualified applicant of the time and place of the examination.

(d) The Board shall determine the subjects, scope, form, and passing score for examinations given under this subtitle.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 13-304 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-304
§13–304.
Status: in_force

(a) A contractual employee who transfers to a budgeted position under this subtitle or who is selected to fill a budgeted position in the State Personnel Management System, without a break in service, in the same principal unit that employs the contractual employee, shall be given credit for service in the contractual position for the purpose of establishing:

(1) steps in the pay grade applicable to the budgeted position;

(2) annual leave; and

(3) seniority rights.

(b) A contractual employee who transfers to a budgeted position under this subtitle or who is selected to fill a budgeted position shall become a member of the Employees’ Pension System of the State of Maryland.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-927 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-927
§13–927.
Status: in_force

(a) A certification by a local official to the Comptroller shall include:

(1) the full name and address of the person and any other names known to be used by the person;

(2) the Social Security number or federal tax identification number, if known;

(3) the amount of the tax or other liability including:

(i) a statement indicating the nature of the liability; and

(ii) in the case of a liability for taxes, a detailed statement for each taxable year showing tax, interest, and penalty; and

(4) a statement that all administrative remedies and appeals have been exhausted and that the tax or other liability has become final.

(b) The Comptroller shall determine if a person for whom a certification is received is due a refund of Maryland tax or a vendor payment.

(c) Subject to subsection (d) of this section, as to any person due a refund or vendor payment, the Comptroller shall:

(1) withhold any refund and vendor payment that is due a person whose name has been certified by a local official;

(2) notify the person of the amount withheld in accordance with the certification by a local official of the existence of a tax or other liability;

(3) pay to the political subdivision the lesser of:

(i) the entire refund and vendor payment; or

(ii) the amount certified;

(4) pay any refund and vendor payment in excess of the certified amount to the person; and

(5) if the refund and vendor payment is less than the certified amount, withhold amounts from subsequent refunds and vendor payments due the person, if the laws of the political subdivision provide that the political subdivision shall withhold a vendor payment due persons certified to the political subdivision by the Comptroller.

(d) If an individual filed a joint income tax return, the Comptroller may not withhold or pay to a political subdivision the individual’s income tax refund unless the certification includes both names of the individuals filing the joint income tax return.