Md. Code, Local Government § 13-701 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-701
§13–701.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies only to:

(1) Frederick County;

(2) Garrett County; and

(3) Washington 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 county commissioners may adopt an ordinance or resolution to:

(1) provide for the licensure of persons engaging in weather modification; and

(2) require the reporting of any activity performed with the intention of producing artificial changes in the composition, behavior, or dynamics of the atmosphere as defined in the National Weather Modification Policy Act of 1976, 15 U.S.C. § 330 et seq.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-715 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-715
§13–715.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Subject to the provisions of paragraph (2) of this subsection, any person who is an income tax return preparer with respect to any return or claim for refund, who is required under § 10-804(b)(2) of this article to sign the return or claim for refund, and who fails to comply with that requirement with respect to the return or claim for refund shall pay a penalty of $50 for that failure, unless it is shown that the failure is due to reasonable cause and not due to willful neglect.

(2) The maximum penalty imposed under this subsection on any person with respect to documents filed during any calendar year may not exceed $25,000.

(b) (1) Subject to the provisions of paragraph (2) of this subsection, any person who is an income tax return preparer with respect to any return or claim for refund and who fails to comply with § 10-804(c)(3) of this article with respect to the return or claim for refund shall pay a penalty of $50 for that failure, unless it is shown that the failure is due to reasonable cause and not due to willful neglect.

(2) The maximum penalty imposed under this subsection on any person with respect to documents filed during any calendar year may not exceed $25,000.

(c) (1) The Attorney General may bring an action in the name of the State or the Comptroller to enjoin a person from acting as an income tax return preparer as defined in § 7701 of the Internal Revenue Code.

(2) A court may enjoin a person from acting as an income tax return preparer if the court determines:

(i) that the income tax return preparer:

1. failed to comply with § 10–804(b)(2) or (c)(3) of this article;

2. misrepresented the income tax return preparer’s experience, education, or registration as an income tax return preparer;

3. guaranteed the payment of a tax refund or a tax credit; or

4. engaged in any other fraudulent or deceptive conduct that substantially interferes with the proper administration of this article; and

(ii) that injunctive relief is appropriate to prevent the recurrence of the conduct specified in this paragraph.

(3) The Attorney General shall bring the action in the county where the defendant:

(i) resides; or

(ii) engages in the practice of income tax return preparation.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-501 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 5 / Section 13A-501
§13A–501.
Status: in_force

(a) A general court–martial may be convened by:

(1) the Governor; or

(2) the Adjutant General.

(b) If any such commanding officer is an accuser, the court shall be convened by superior competent authority and may in any case be convened by such superior authority if considered desirable by such authority.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 13-111 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-111
§13–111.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies to the procurement of supplies and services by a primary procurement unit.

(b) (1) Whenever the head of a primary procurement unit or designee determines that it is in the best interest of the State for a procurement contract to be based on auction bids, a procurement officer shall seek bids by issuing an invitation for auction bids.

(2) Subject to subsection (c) of this section, an invitation for auction bids shall include:

(i) the specifications of the procurement contract;

(ii) whether the procurement contract will be awarded based on the lowest bid price or the lowest evaluated bid price;

(iii) if the procurement contract will be based on evaluated bid price, the objective measurable criteria by which the lowest evaluated bid price will be determined;

(iv) the small business preference, if designated under § 13–103 of this subtitle; and

(v) the date and time when bidding will commence and the date and time when bidding will end or the event upon which bidding will end.

(c) (1) In the discretion of the procurement officer, the invitation for auction bids may:

(i) include a request for unpriced technical offers or samples;

(ii) direct bidders to submit price bids after the unit evaluates the technical offers or samples and finds they are acceptable under the criteria set forth in the invitation for auction bids; and

(iii) inform all bidders who submitted technical offers or samples of the identity of each bidder who submitted an acceptable technical offer or sample.

(2) Price bids may not be received until after the unit has completed evaluation of the technical offers or samples.

(3) A price bid may not be received at any time if the bid is submitted by a bidder whose technical offer or sample has been evaluated as unacceptable to the unit.

(d) A unit shall give public notice of an invitation for auction bids in the same manner as required for an invitation for bids.

(e) (1) (i) Multiple price bids are permitted in response to an invitation for auction bids.

(ii) When a bidder submits multiple bids, each bid shall be judged independently and shall not revoke previous bids of that bidder.

(2) A procurement officer shall:

(i) receive bids in public at the time and place designated in the invitation for auction bids; and

(ii) record the amount of each bid at the time it is received.

(3) (i) The amount of a price bid shall be available for public inspection from the time it is received.

(ii) The identity of the bidder submitting a price bid shall not be available for public inspection until bidding has ended.

(4) Except as provided in paragraph (5) of this subsection, a bid is irrevocable, after receipt, for the period specified in the invitation for auction bids.

(5) A procurement officer may allow a bidder to correct or withdraw a bid if correction or withdrawal is:

(i) allowed under regulations adopted under this Division II applicable to an invitation for bids; and

(ii) approved in writing by the Office of the Attorney General.

(f) (1) After obtaining any approval required by law, the procurement officer shall award the procurement contract to the responsible bidder who submits the responsive bid that:

(i) is the lowest bid price; or

(ii) if the invitation for auction bids so provides, is the lowest evaluated bid price.

(2) If, after bids have been received, a procurement officer determines that only one responsible bidder has submitted a responsive bid, the unit may negotiate the procurement contract with that one bidder under the procedure for sole source procurement.

(3) (i) After bids have been received, a procurement officer may award a procurement contract on the basis of revised bids if:

1. all bids are rejected under § 13–206(b) of this title;

2. all bid prices exceed the funds available for the procurement; or

3. with the approval of the head of a primary procurement unit or a designee, the procurement officer determines that all bids are unreasonable as to at least one requirement and the delay that would result from issuing a new invitation for auction bids with revised specifications or quantities would be fiscally disadvantageous or otherwise not in the best interests of the State.

(ii) If there is more than one bidder, discussions about revised specifications or quantities shall be conducted with all responsible bidders who submitted responsive bids. The bidders shall be treated fairly and equally with respect to any discussions.

(iii) If one of the conditions set forth under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph exists, as promptly as possible, the procurement officer shall:

1. issue an invitation for revised auction bids, which shall state whether the award will be made without competitive negotiations; and

2. require a prompt response to that invitation.

(iv) An invitation for revised auction bids is not subject to the notice requirements in subsection (d) of this section.

(v) After revised bids have been submitted, negotiations with bidders may not be conducted unless the procurement officer determines that there is a compelling reason to negotiate.

(vi) After revised bids have been received and any approval required by law has been obtained, the procurement officer shall award the procurement contract to the responsible bidder who submits a responsive bid that:

1. is the lowest bid price; or

2. if the invitation for revised bids so provides, is the lowest evaluated bid price.

(g) Not more than 30 days after the execution and approval of a procurement contract awarded under this section, a unit shall publish notice of the award in eMaryland Marketplace.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-301 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 3 / Section 13A-301
§13A–301.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Under such regulations as prescribed, a commanding officer or officers–in–charge may impose disciplinary punishments for minor offenses without the intervention of a court–martial pursuant to this section.

(2) The Governor, the Adjutant General, or an officer of a general or flag rank in command may delegate the powers under this section to a principal assistant who is a member of the State military forces.

(b) A commanding officer may impose on enlisted members of the officer’s command:

(1) an admonition;

(2) a reprimand;

(3) the withholding of privileges for not more than 6 months, which need not be consecutive;

(4) the forfeiture of pay of not more than 7 days’ pay;

(5) a fine of not more than 7 days’ pay;

(6) a reduction to the next inferior pay grade, if the soldier or airman is in the rank of E–4 or below;

(7) extra duties, including fatigue or other duties, for not more than 14 days, which need not be consecutive; or

(8) restriction to certain specified limits, with or without suspension from duty, for not more than 14 days, which need not be consecutive.

(c) A commanding officer of the grade of major or above may impose on enlisted members of the officer’s command:

(1) any punishment authorized in subsection (b)(1), (2), or (3) of this section;

(2) the forfeiture of not more than one–half of 1 month’s pay per month for 2 months;

(3) a fine of not more than 1 month’s pay;

(4) a reduction to the lowest or any intermediate pay grade, if the soldier or airman is in the rank of E–6 or below, but an enlisted member in a pay grade above E–4 may not be reduced more than two pay grades;

(5) extra duties, including fatigue or other duties, for not more than 45 days, which need not be consecutive; or

(6) restriction to certain specified limits, with or without suspension from duty, for not more than 60 days, which need not be consecutive.

(d) The Governor, the Adjutant General, an officer exercising general court–martial convening authority, or an officer of a general or flag rank in command may impose:

(1) on officers of the officer’s command:

(i) any punishment authorized in subsection (c)(1), (2), (3), or (6) of this section; or

(ii) arrest in quarters for not more than 30 days, which need not be consecutive; or

(2) on enlisted members of the officer’s command:

(i) any punishment authorized in subsection (c) of this section; or

(ii) a reduction to the lowest or any intermediate pay grade, if the soldier or airman is in the rank of E–9 or below, but an enlisted member in a pay grade above E–4 may not be reduced more than two pay grades.

(e) Whenever any punishments are combined to run consecutively, the total length of the combined punishment may not exceed the authorized duration of the longest punishment in the combination, and there must be an apportionment of punishments so that no single punishment in the combination exceeds its authorized length under this section.

(f) (1) Prior to the offer of nonjudicial punishment, the commanding officer shall determine whether punishment more severe than 14 days’ extra duty or 14 days’ restriction and admonition shall be considered as punishments.

(2) If the commanding officer determines that the punishment options may include arrest in quarters or restriction, the accused shall be notified of the right to demand trial by court–martial.

(3) If the commanding officer determines that the punishment options will not include punishment more severe than 14 days’ extra duty or 14 days’ restriction and admonition, the accused shall be notified that there is no right to trial by court–martial in lieu of nonjudicial punishment.

(g) (1) The officer who imposes the punishment, or the successor in command, may, at any time, suspend, set aside, mitigate, or remit any part or amount of the punishment and restore all rights, privileges, and property affected.

(2) The officer may also:

(i) mitigate reduction in grade to forfeiture of pay;

(ii) mitigate arrest in quarters to restriction; or

(iii) mitigate extra duties to restriction.

(3) (i) The mitigated punishment may not be for a greater period than the punishment mitigated.

(ii) When mitigating reduction in grade to forfeiture of pay, the amount of the forfeiture may not be greater than the amount that could have been imposed initially under this section by the officer who imposed the punishment mitigated.

(h) (1) A person punished under this section who considers the punishment unjust or disproportionate to the offense may, through the proper channel, appeal to the next superior authority within 15 days after the punishment is either announced or sent to the accused, as the commander may determine.

(2) The appeal shall be promptly forwarded and decided, but the person punished may in the meantime be required to undergo the punishment adjudged.

(3) If the superior authority acting on the appeal does not render a decision within 5 days of the election to appeal, the punishment shall be suspended until such time as the appeal is decided.

(4) The superior authority may exercise the same powers with respect to the punishment imposed as may be exercised under subsection (g) of this section by the officer who imposed the punishment.

(5) Before acting on an appeal from a punishment, the authority that is to act on the appeal may refer the case to a judge advocate for consideration and advice.

(i) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the imposition and enforcement of disciplinary punishment under this section for an act or omission is not a bar to trial by court–martial or a civilian court of competent jurisdiction for a serious crime or offense growing out of the same act or omission and not properly punishable under this title.

(2) The fact that a disciplinary punishment has been enforced may be shown by the accused at trial and, when so shown, it shall be considered in determining the measure of punishment to be adjudged in the event of a finding of guilty.

(j) Whenever a punishment of forfeiture of pay is imposed under this section, the forfeiture may apply to pay accruing before, on, or after the date that punishment is imposed.

(k) Regulations may prescribe the form of records to be kept of proceedings under this section and may prescribe that certain categories of those proceedings shall be in writing.
Md. Code, Local Government § 13-104 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-104
§13–104.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “service dog” means a dog that is professionally trained to aid individuals who are:

(1) blind or visually impaired;

(2) deaf or hard of hearing; or

(3) mobility impaired.

(b) If an application meets the requirements of subsection (c) of this section and the local licensing agency is satisfied that the dog for which a license is sought is a service dog and is actually in use as a service dog:

(1) the dog owner is not required to pay a fee for issuance of the license; and

(2) the local licensing agency shall inscribe across the face of the license in red ink the words “service dog”.

(c) (1) An application for a license for a service dog shall be accompanied by an affidavit from the owner stating that:

(i) the dog for which the license is sought has been professionally trained as a service dog; and

(ii) the owner is aware that the owner may be liable, under § 7–705 of the Human Services Article, for damages caused by the service dog to premises or facilities.

(2) The local licensing agency in each county shall make forms available for affidavits required under this subsection.

(d) (1) In addition to any tag issued under Part II of this subtitle, the local licensing agency shall issue a tag for a service dog.

(2) A service dog tag shall:

(i) be orange;

(ii) be labeled “service dog”; and

(iii) indicate that it is issued by the State.

(3) In accordance with § 4–316 of the State Finance and Procurement Article, the Department of General Services shall purchase the service dog tags and make them available to the counties on reimbursement for the cost of the tags.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 13-403.1 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-403.1
§13–403.
Status: in_force

§13–403.1.

An instrument of writing pursuant to which the Maryland Stadium Authority transfers title to, or creates a leasehold interest in, real property if the transferee or lessee is an Authority affiliate as defined in § 10–601 of the Economic Development Article is not subject to a county transfer tax.
Md. Code, Real Property § 13-501 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-501
§13–501.
Status: in_force

(a) The Commissioner shall prepare a patent within 30 days after:

(1) The Commissioner or a circuit court, as the case may be, finds that a patent should issue;

(2) That finding has become final by:

(i) Failure to file an appeal before expiration of the period within which an appeal may be taken; or

(ii) The rendering on appeal of a final decision; and

(3) The purchase price for any vacant land and all outstanding expenses are paid.

(b) The patent shall contain:

(1) The name of the person to whom it is issued;

(2) The name given to the land;

(3) The name of the original applicant;

(4) The date of issuance of the warrant;

(5) The name of any person substituted as applicant and the date of the substitution;

(6) The date of filing the certificate or amended certificate of survey on which the patent is based;

(7) A description of the land, as contained in the certificate of survey; and

(8) The Commissioner’s certificate that the patent is proper to be issued.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-2114 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 21 / Section 13-2114
§13–2114.
Status: in_force

(a) All proceeds from a gaming device shall be used solely for the legitimate charitable, benevolent, or tax-exempt purposes of the qualified organization.

(b) Proceeds from the operation of a gaming device may not be used to benefit personally any member of the qualified organization.
Md. Code, Local Government § 13-112 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-112
§13–112.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) In Allegany 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 a fee of:

(i) $1 for a license for a male or spayed female dog;

(ii) $2 for a license for an unspayed female dog;

(iii) $10 for a kennel license for a person owning or keeping 25 or fewer dogs; or

(iv) $20 for a kennel license for a person owning or keeping more than 25 dogs.

(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 of Allegany County 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 Allegany 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 Allegany 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) The County Commissioners of Allegany 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.

(2) 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.

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

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

(5) (i) The county commissioners shall reserve the right to cancel a written contract executed in accordance with paragraph (4) 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.

(d) (1) The County Commissioners of Allegany 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) The County Commissioners of Allegany County 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.

(2) 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.
Md. Code, Education § 13-205 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-205
§13–205.
Status: in_force

(a) Within 5 days from the date on which the employee receives the charges for removal as evidenced by the return receipt or other evidence of delivery of the charges to the employee an employee who is suspended under charges for removal may request an opportunity to be heard in his own defense. Within 30 days if possible after receipt, the president or the president’s designated representative shall investigate the charges and give the employee an opportunity to be heard. Testimony shall be taken under oath and both the department head or chairman or designee and the employee have the right of representation by counsel and the right to present witnesses and give evidence. Within 15 days following the conclusion of the conference, the written decision shall be rendered to the employee. In the case of appeals from charges pending removal, the department head or chairman or designee may request through appropriate channels the Attorney General’s representative to the University to serve as counsel. In case no hearing is timely requested, the Campus Director of Personnel shall act upon the charges or order such other actions as are indicated by the findings in the case. If a hearing is timely requested and the removal is upheld, step three of the grievance procedure shall be available to the removed individual. The appeal shall be submitted within 10 days after receipt of the written University decision.

(b) Within 5 days, an employee who is notified of demotion may file a written answer with the president or the president’s designated representative and request an investigation of the demotion. Within 20 days, if possible, after receipt, the president or the president’s designated representative shall investigate the demotion and give the employee an opportunity to be heard. Within 15 days following the conclusion of the investigation, the written decision shall be rendered to the employee. If an investigation is timely requested and the demotion is upheld, step three of the grievance procedure is available to the demoted employee. The appeal shall be submitted within 10 days after receipt of the written University decision.

(c) (1) Rejection on Original Probation. Within 5 days of the notice of rejection, an employee who is rejected on original probation may file a written request with the president or the president’s designated representative for a hearing. Within 20 days, if possible, after receipt, the president or the president’s designated representative shall conduct a hearing. Within 15 days following the conclusion of the hearing, the written decision shall be rendered to the employee. If the hearing is timely requested and the rejection is upheld, step three of the grievance procedure is available. The appeal shall be submitted within 10 days after receipt of the written University decision. Rejection for cause is not required in the case of an employee rejected on original probation.

(2) Rejection on Promotional, Transfer, or Horizontal Change Probation. Within 5 days of receipt of the recommendation of the department head or chairman to reject, an employee who is promoted and then rejected within the probationary period for the new class and for whom a vacancy in the former class is not available may file an answer with the president or the president’s designated representative and request an investigation of the proposed rejection. Within 20 days, if possible, after receipt, the president or the president’s designated representative shall investigate the proposed rejection. The same rule applies to an employee who has completed a probationary period in one classification and makes a horizontal change to a new classification, and is rejected in the new classification or who transfers to another department in the same classification and is rejected. Within 15 days following the conclusion of the investigation, the written decision shall be rendered to the employee. If the investigation is timely requested and the rejection is upheld, step three of the grievance procedure is available to the rejected employee. The appeal shall be submitted within 10 days after receipt of the written University decision.

(d) (1) This subsection does not apply to suspensions pending charges for removal.

(2) Alleged infractions shall be investigated by the responsible supervisor or administrator or designee at the earliest opportunity following knowledge of it, and the investigation shall be promptly completed. All suspensions of employees shall be implemented within 3 days of the alleged infraction or knowledge of the alleged infraction by the responsible supervisor or administrator. All suspension days shall be consecutive.

(3) The employee or the employee’s designated representative may submit a written appeal on a disciplinary suspension to the president or the president’s designated representative within 5 days of notification of the suspension, or the employee or the employee’s designated representative may appeal the suspension within 3 days of notification of the suspension to the department head or chairman or designee. The department head or chairman or designee shall hear the case within 3 days from the receipt of the written appeal. If the appeal is unheard or unanswered as a result of management delay, the employee shall be reinstated with full back pay.

(4) If the suspension is upheld by the president or the president’s designated representative, step three of the grievance procedure is available to the employee. If the employee chooses to appeal to the department head or chairman or designee, any further appeals shall proceed through steps two and three of the grievance procedure.

(e) (1) If an employee is suspended without pay pending a hearing on disposition of charges for removal, the president or the president’s designated representative shall notify the employee in writing of the reasons for the suspension at the time of the notice of the suspension.

(2) Within 5 working days of the notice of suspension, the employee may request in writing that the president or the president’s designated representative, in addition to conducting a hearing on the merits, conduct a preliminary hearing to determine whether or not the employee may continue to work with pay pending the disposition of the charges.

(3) The president or the president’s designated representative shall conduct a preliminary hearing within 5 working days after the president or the president’s designated representative receives in writing the request from the suspended employee for the preliminary hearing.

(4) The preliminary hearing shall be limited to the issues of:

(i) Whether suspension without pay is necessary to protect the interests of the University or the employee pending final disposition of the charges; and

(ii) Whether other employment and status alternatives should be considered.

(5) At the preliminary hearing, the employee may:

(i) Rebut the reasons given for the suspension;

(ii) Allege mitigating circumstances; and

(iii) Offer alternatives to the suspension, including:

1. Return to the position with pay;

2. Transfer to another position with pay; or

3. Suspension with pay.

(6) Within 5 days after the preliminary hearing is completed, the president or the president’s designated representative shall render a written decision that is conclusive as to the issue of whether or not the employee may continue to work with pay pending the disposition of the charges.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 13-1029 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1029
§13–1029.
Status: in_force

(a) Any unit of the State government that conducts or supports activities affecting the Heritage Area shall:

(1) Consult, cooperate, and, to the maximum extent possible, coordinate its activities with the Authority; and

(2) Conduct or support the activities of the unit in a manner that:

(i) To the maximum extent practicable, is consistent with the management plan established under § 13-1011 of this subtitle; and

(ii) As determined under §§ 5A-325 and 5A-326 of the State Finance and Procurement Article, does not have an adverse effect on the historic resources of the Heritage Area.

(b) A unit of the State government may not issue any license or permit to any person to conduct any activity within the Heritage Area unless the unit determines that the proposed activity:

(1) Will be conducted in a manner that is consistent with the management plan established under § 13-1011 of this subtitle; and

(2) As determined under §§ 5A-325 and 5A-326 of the State Finance and Procurement Article, does not have an adverse effect on the historic resources of the Heritage Area.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-1306 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 13 / Section 13-1306
§13–1306.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a wine sampling (WS) permit.

(b) The Board may issue the permit to a nonprofit organization.

(c) (1) The permit authorizes on–premises consumption of wine for sampling:

(i) on premises for which a Class B license has been issued with the consent of the holder of the license for the premises; or

(ii) at a location that is not already licensed.

(2) The permit holder may bring wine onto the Class B licensed premises for sampling.

(d) The nonprofit organization shall apply for a permit at least 15 days before the permit is issued.

(e) The Board may issue not more than 12 permits in a license year to a single nonprofit organization.

(f) A permit holder may serve a quantity of not more than 2 ounces of wine from each offering to an individual.

(g) The permit fee is $30 per day.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-102 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-102
§13–102.
Status: in_force

This title applies only in Baltimore County.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-711 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-711
§13–711.
Status: in_force

If a person willfully fails to keep any record required under § 12-203 of this article, the Comptroller may assess a penalty not exceeding 25% of the unpaid tobacco tax.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-901 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-901
§13–901.
Status: in_force

(a) A claim for refund may be filed with the tax collector who collects the tax, fee, or charge by a claimant who:

(1) erroneously pays to the State a greater amount of tax, fee, charge, interest, or penalty than is properly and legally payable;

(2) pays to the State a tax, fee, charge, interest, or penalty that is erroneously, illegally, or wrongfully assessed or collected in any manner; or

(3) pays a tax qualifying for refund under subsections (b) through (h) of this section.

(b) A claim for refund of alcoholic beverage tax may be filed by a claimant who:

(1) buys alcoholic beverages that are exempt under § 5–104(b) of this article;

(2) discontinues an alcoholic beverage business;

(3) discontinues the sale and delivery in the State of alcoholic beverages in certain container sizes; or

(4) holds alcoholic beverages for sale that:

(i) are condemned by an authorized official; or

(ii) if the claim is $250 or more, are lost, rendered unmarketable, or destroyed in the State due to fire, flood, or other disaster, or due to vandalism or malicious mischief, except loss due to theft.

(c) (1) A claim for refund of income tax may be filed by a claimant whose Maryland taxable income is decreased as a result of a federal contract renegotiation under § 1481 of the Internal Revenue Code.

(2) A claim for refund of income tax under this subsection or subsection (a) of this section may be filed:

(i) by the claimant; or

(ii) on behalf of the claimant, by a person allowed to file a return under § 10–808 of this article.

(d) A claim for refund of Maryland estate tax or Maryland generation–skipping transfer tax may be filed by a claimant required to pay the tax if:

(1) the Maryland estate tax is decreased as a result of:

(i) a decrease in the federal estate tax on the estate; or

(ii) an inheritance tax payment made after a Maryland estate tax payment; or

(2) the Maryland generation–skipping transfer tax is decreased as a result of a decrease in the federal generation–skipping transfer tax on the generation–skipping transfer.

(e) A claim for refund of motor carrier tax may be filed by a claimant who has excess motor carrier tax credit, if:

(1) the claimant has provided the security required for a motor carrier under § 13–825 of this title; or

(2) the Comptroller has audited the records of the claimant.

(f) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, a claim for refund of motor fuel tax may be filed by a claimant who pays the tax on:

(i) aviation fuel, as defined in § 9–101 of this article, that is:

1. dispensed to aircraft by an aircraft manufacturing company located in the State; or

2. used:

A. by a person who engages in agricultural activities; and

B. in an aircraft that is used for agricultural purposes at least 70% of the time that the aircraft is used; or

(ii) motor fuel, as defined in § 9–101 of this article, that:

1. is used to operate:

A. a bus that is used only in the operation of a transportation system of a political subdivision of the State to transport the public on regular schedules between fixed termini, as defined in Title 11 of the Transportation Article;

B. farm equipment that is used for an agricultural purpose and is not registered to operate on a public highway;

C. fire or rescue apparatus or vehicles by a volunteer fire company or nonprofit volunteer rescue company incorporated in the State;

D. an internal combustion engine that is installed permanently at a fixed location;

E. a vehicle that is owned and used by a Maryland chapter of the American Red Cross or a bona fide unit of a national veterans’ organization; or

F. a vehicle that is used only in the operation of a transportation system of a political subdivision of the State to transport the public on demand response trips;

2. is bought by:

A. the United States or a unit of the United States government;

B. the Department of General Services for use by State agencies;

C. a county board of education for use in a school bus owned by a county board of education;

D. a school bus operator under contract with a county board of education for use in a school bus used to transport the county’s public school students; or

E. a person who is required to pay a tax on the same fuel to another state;

3. except for any operation of a motor vehicle on a public highway in the State, is used for a commercial purpose, including:

A. the operation of a vessel used only for commercial purposes;

B. commercial cleaning; or

C. commercial dyeing;

4. is used in any of the following vehicles that have pumping or other equipment mechanically or hydraulically driven by the engine that propels the vehicle:

A. a concrete mixing motor vehicle or concrete pump truck;

B. a motor fuel delivery vehicle;

C. a solid waste compacting vehicle;

D. a well–drilling vehicle; or

E. farm equipment registered as a vehicle for highway use that is designed or adapted solely and used exclusively for bulk farm spreading of agriculture liming materials, chemicals, or fertilizer;

5. is used by a system of transportation based in the State, in a vehicle that is used to provide transportation to elderly or low income individuals, or individuals with disabilities, if the system is operated by a nonprofit organization for purposes relating to the charge for which the nonprofit organization was established and the nonprofit organization:

A. is exempt for federal income tax purposes under § 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code;

B. is funded to provide transportation to elderly or low income individuals, or individuals with disabilities;

C. receives part of its operating funding from the Maryland Department of Transportation or the Maryland Department of Health;

D. has stated in its charter or bylaws that operating transportation services for elderly or low income individuals, or individuals with disabilities, is one of the purposes for which it was established; and

E. is actively operating a system of transportation for elderly or low income individuals, or individuals with disabilities; or

6. is lost as a result of fire, collision, or other casualty, except for loss in ordinary transportation and storage.

(2) A refund based on a claim under paragraph (1)(ii)4 of this subsection may not exceed the following percentages of the motor fuel tax paid:

(i) 35% for a concrete mixing vehicle or concrete pump truck;

(ii) 55% for farm equipment, registered as a vehicle for highway use, that is designed or adapted solely and used exclusively for bulk spreading of agriculture liming materials, chemicals, or fertilizers;

(iii) 10% for a motor fuel delivery vehicle;

(iv) 15% for a solid waste compacting vehicle; and

(v) 80% for a well–drilling vehicle.

(3) A person may not make a claim for a refund of motor fuel tax under paragraph (1)(ii)1B of this subsection for motor fuel used to operate a farm truck under the provisions of § 8–602(c) of the Transportation Article.

(g) A claim for refund of sales and use tax may be filed by a claimant who:

(1) pays the tax on a sale exempt under § 11–216 of this article;

(2) refunds the tax to a buyer in a canceled or rescinded sale under § 11–403(c) or § 11–403.1(c) of this article;

(3) pays the tax in a canceled or rescinded sale for which the vendor or marketplace facilitator refuses to refund the tax as required under § 11–403(c) or § 11–403.1(c) of this article; or

(4) pays the tax under § 11–408(c) of this article on a cash sale or sale for use that is not a retail sale.

(h) (1) A claim for refund of tobacco tax may be filed by a claimant who buys tobacco tax stamps that:

(i) are affixed erroneously to anything other than a package of cigarettes;

(ii) are affixed to a package of unsalable cigarettes;

(iii) are canceled by the Comptroller;

(iv) if the claim is $250 or more, are lost or destroyed in the State due to fire, flood, or other disaster, vandalism, or malicious mischief;

(v) mutilated or damaged, whether or not affixed to a package of cigarettes; or

(vi) subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, are lost due to theft.

(2) (i) A claimant may receive a refund for tobacco tax stamps lost due to theft by providing to the Comptroller:

1. a copy of the police report with a detailed inventory of the stolen property, including when the property was ordered, loaded onto the truck, and stamped; and

2. a notarized affidavit signed by the claimant under penalty of perjury attesting to the truth of the information provided in the claim for a refund.

(ii) If the stolen property is recovered, the claimant shall notify the Comptroller and return any refund received under this paragraph.

(iii) In addition to other penalties authorized by law, a claimant is subject to a fine of double the amount of any tax refund received under this paragraph for making a false claim.

(iv) The Comptroller may adopt regulations to carry out this paragraph.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-708 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-708
§13–708.
Status: in_force

With the consent of the Attorney General, the Council may:

(1) select and retain its own counsel; or

(2) use the Attorney General as its legal counsel.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 13-227 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-227
§13–227.
Status: in_force

(a) If a prime contractor requires a subcontractor to provide a bid, performance, or payment bond on a procurement contract for services, supplies, or construction related services with the State, the prime contractor may not require bid, performance, or payment bonding from the subcontractor that is more stringent than the bonding requirements in §§ 13–207 and 13–216 of this subtitle and § 17–104 of this article.

(b) A bid, performance, or payment bond that is provided by a subcontractor under subsection (a) of this section shall be accepted by the prime contractor if the bond would be accepted by the State and provided by:

(1) a surety company authorized to do business in the State; or

(2) the Maryland Small Business Development Financing Authority established in Title 5, Subtitle 5 of the Economic Development Article.

(c) In a solicitation or pre–bid conference for a procurement contract for services, supplies, or construction related services with the State, the procurement agency shall provide notice to all bidders that bid security shall be:

(1) a bond provided by a surety company authorized to do business in this State;

(2) a bond provided by an individual surety that meets the requirements of §§ 13–207 and 13–216 of this subtitle and § 17–104 of this article;

(3) cash; or

(4) another form of security:

(i) authorized by federal or State regulation; or

(ii) that is satisfactory to the unit awarding the contract.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-1706 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 17 / Section 13-1706
§13–1706.
Status: reserved

(a) (1) Notwithstanding the license population quota limitations established by the Board and in addition to the licenses authorized for issuance in the county, the Board may authorize the transfer into the “Hunt Valley Commercial/Mixed Use Focal Point” as designated in the Hunt Valley/Timonium Master Plan, adopted by the Baltimore County Council on October 19, 1998, of two beer, wine, and liquor (on–sale) retail licenses that:

(i) were in existence in Election District 15 on July 1, 2004; and

(ii) are valid on the date of transfer.

(2) A license transferred under this section:

(i) may not be a Class A or C license or a license that is prohibited from being transferred by law or local regulation other than crossing district lines;

(ii) shall be converted into a Class B (HV) license; and

(iii) as of the date of transfer, may not be counted toward any population limit existing in Election District 15.

(3) For determining the total number of licenses available in an election district, the Board shall consider a license transferred under this section to be a regular license and not an exception to the population and numerical limitations specified in “Rule 19 – Population and Numerical Limitations” of the Rules and Regulations of the Board.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, the license issuance requirements, license fee, minimum square foot area requirement for food and beverage preparation and consumption, and days and hours of sale for a Class B (HV) restaurant (on–sale) beer, wine, and liquor license are the same as those provided for in this article and in the regulations of the Board for a Class B beer, wine, and liquor (on–sale) hotel and restaurant license.

(c) (1) A Class B (HV) restaurant (on–sale) beer, wine, and liquor retail license may be issued only for a location within the “Hunt Valley Commercial/Mixed Use Focal Point” as designated in the Hunt Valley/Timonium Master Plan, adopted by the Baltimore County Council on October 19, 1998.

(2) The license shall be used in conjunction with the operation of a restaurant, as defined in this article and the regulations of the Board.

(3) The restaurant operation shall maintain average daily receipts from the sale of food of at least 60% of the total daily receipts of the establishment.

(4) The total seating capacity for the area dedicated primarily for the consumption of alcoholic beverages may not exceed 25% of the total seating capacity of the establishment.

(5) Subject to subsection (d)(5) of this section, the hours during which the privileges conferred by the license may be exercised may not exceed the hours for which food is offered for sale.

(d) (1) The Class B (HV) restaurant beer, wine, and liquor license authorizes on–premises consumption.

(2) Once issued, the license may not be:

(i) transferred to a new location other than the original location for which the license was issued; or

(ii) converted into any other class of license.

(3) Paragraph (2) of this subsection does not prohibit the transfer of ownership of the license.

(4) The premises shall comply with all applicable zoning regulations.

(5) Alcoholic beverages may be sold in the establishment only until 1:30 a.m.

(e) The Board may not issue more than a total of three beer, wine, and liquor licenses in the “Hunt Valley Commercial/Mixed Use Focal Point” under the exceptions in “Rule 19 – Population and Numerical Limitations” of the Rules and Regulations of the Board.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-1213 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 12 / Section 13-1213
§13–1213.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, at least twice a year, the Secretary shall convene a meeting of stakeholders, including:

(i) Representatives of:

1. The Maryland Office of Minority Health and Health Disparities;

2. The Maryland Patient Safety Center;

3. The Maryland Healthy Start Program;

4. Women’s health advocacy organizations;

5. Community organizations engaged in maternal health and family support issues;

6. Local health departments; and

7. Health care providers that provide maternal health services; and

(ii) 1. Families of women who have experienced a near maternal death, a high–risk pregnancy, other challenges during pregnancy, or a maternal death; or

2. Women who have experienced a near maternal death, a high–risk pregnancy, or other challenges during pregnancy.

(2) To the extent practicable, the stakeholders convened in accordance with paragraph (1) of this subsection shall reflect the racial and ethnic diversity of women most impacted by maternal deaths in the State.

(b) Of the two meetings required under subsection (a) of this section:

(1) One meeting shall be held within 90 days after submission of the report required under § 13–1212 of this subtitle to:

(i) Review the findings and recommendations in the report;

(ii) Examine issues resulting in disparities in maternal deaths;

(iii) Review the status of implementation of previous recommendations; and

(iv) Identify new recommendations with a focus on initiatives to address issues resulting in disparities in maternal deaths; and

(2) One meeting shall be held within 6 months after the meeting held under item (1) of this subsection to review the status of implementation of previous recommendations and consider any new information that may be relevant for the identification of additional recommendations.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-106 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-106
§13–106.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not use any contributor information from any report or statement required under this title for commercial solicitation purposes.

(b) A person may not publish any contributor information from any report or statement required under this title in newspapers, magazines, books, websites, or other similar media for the purpose of facilitating commercial solicitation.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 13-222 — MD Code / Article get / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-222
§13–222.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A guardian, conservator, committee, or other similar fiduciary, appointed by the appropriate court of another jurisdiction to manage the property of a protected person who is a resident of that jurisdiction, may exercise in the State all powers of the office, including the power to:

(i) Sell, purchase, or mortgage real estate in the State; and

(ii) Collect, receipt for, take possession of, and remove to the other jurisdiction:

1. Money due;

2. Tangible personal property; or

3. An instrument evidencing a debt, an obligation, a stock, or a chose in action located in the State.

(2) Subject to any statute or rule relating to nonresidents, the guardian, conservator, committee, or other similar fiduciary, appointed by the appropriate court of another jurisdiction, may sue and be sued in the State.

(b) Before receiving actual notice of the pendency of a guardianship proceeding in the State, a person who has changed the person’s position by relying on the powers granted by this section may not be prejudiced by the pendency of the proceeding.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 13-1026 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1026
§13–1026.
Status: in_force

The bonds of the Authority, their transfer, the interest payable on them, and any income derived from them, including any profit realized in their sale or exchange, are exempt at all times from every kind of taxation by this State or by any of its political subdivisions, municipal corporations, or public agencies.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-709 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-709
§13–709.
Status: in_force

(a) The Council may employ a staff and retain professional consultants.

(b) The Council shall:

(1) determine the powers and duties of the staff; and

(2) set the compensation of the staff.

(c) The Executive Director may contract for professional or consultant services.

(d) The Executive Director may make agreements with local planning or economic development units in the region for temporary transfer or joint use of staff.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 13-708 — MD Code / Article get / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-708
§13–708.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The court may grant to a guardian of a person only those powers necessary to provide for the demonstrated need of the disabled person.

(2) (i) The court may appoint a guardian of the person of a disabled person for the limited purpose of making one or more decisions related to the health care of that person.

(ii) The court may appoint a guardian of the person of a disabled person for a limited period of time if it appears probable that the disability will cease within 1 year of the appointment of the guardian.

(b) Subject to subsection (a) of this section, the rights, duties, and powers that the court may order include, but are not limited to:

(1) The same rights, powers, and duties that a parent has with respect to an unemancipated minor child, except that the guardian is not liable solely by reason of the guardianship to third persons for any act of the disabled person;

(2) The right to custody of the disabled person and to establish the disabled person’s place of abode within and without the State, provided there is court authorization for any change in the classification of abode, except that, except as provided under § 10–611 of the Health – General Article, no one may be committed to a mental facility without an involuntary commitment proceeding as provided by law;

(3) The duty to provide for care, comfort, and maintenance, including social, recreational, and friendship requirements, and, if appropriate, for training and education of the disabled person;

(4) If it is in the best interest of the disabled person, the duty to foster and preserve family relationships including, as appropriate, assisting to arrange visitation and communication by telephone calls, personal mail, and electronic communications;

(5) The duty to take reasonable care of the clothing, furniture, vehicles, and other personal effects of the disabled person, and, if other property requires protection, the power to commence protective proceedings;

(6) If a guardian of the estate of the disabled person has not been appointed, the right to commence proceedings to compel performance by any person of the person’s duty to support the disabled person, and to apply the estate to the support, care, and education of the disabled person, except that the guardian of the person may not obtain funds from the estate for room and board that the guardian, the guardian’s spouse, parent, or child provide without a court order approving the charge, and the duty to exercise care to conserve any excess estate for the needs of the disabled person;

(7) If a guardian of the estate has been appointed, the duty to control the custody and care of the disabled person, to receive reasonable sums for room and board provided to the disabled person, and to account to the guardian of the estate for funds expended, and the right to ask the guardian of the estate to expend the estate in payment of third persons for care and maintenance of the disabled person;

(8) (i) The duty to file an annual or biannual report with the court indicating the present place of residence and health status of the ward, the guardian’s plan for preserving and maintaining the future well–being of the ward, and the need for continuance or cessation of the guardianship or for any alteration in the powers of the guardian; and

(ii) On receipt of a report under item (i) of this item:

1. The court shall renew the appointment of the guardian if the court is satisfied that the grounds for the original appointment stated in § 13–705(b) of this subtitle continue to exist;

2. If the court believes such grounds may not exist, the court shall hold a hearing, similar to that provided for in § 13–705 of this subtitle, at which the guardian shall be required to prove that such grounds exist;

3. If the court does not make these findings, the court shall order the discontinuance of the guardianship of the person; and

4. If the guardian declines to participate in the hearing, the court may appoint another guardian to replace the guardian pursuant to the priorities in § 13–707(a) of this subtitle; and

(9) The power to give necessary consent or approval for:

(i) Medical or other professional care, counsel, treatment, or service, including admission to a hospital or nursing home or transfer from one medical facility to another;

(ii) Withholding medical or other professional care, counsel, treatment, or service; and

(iii) Withdrawing medical or other professional care, counsel, treatment, or service.

(c) (1) Notwithstanding the powers conferred to a guardian under subsection (b)(8) of this section, and except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, where a medical procedure involves, or would involve, a substantial risk to the life of a disabled person, the court must authorize a guardian’s consent or approval for:

(i) The medical procedure;

(ii) Withholding the medical procedure; or

(iii) Withdrawing the medical procedure that involves, or would involve, a substantial risk to the life of the disabled person.

(2) The court may, upon such conditions as the court considers appropriate, authorize a guardian to make a decision regarding medical procedures that involve a substantial risk to life without further court authorization, if:

(i) The disabled person has executed an advance directive in accordance with Title 5, Subtitle 6 of the Health – General Article that authorizes the guardian to consent to the provision, withholding or withdrawal of a medical procedure that involves a substantial risk to life but does not appoint a health care agent; or

(ii) The guardian is:

1. Within a class of individuals specified in § 5–605(a)(2) of the Health – General Article as authorized to make health care decisions for the disabled person; and

2. Determined by the court to be familiar with the personal beliefs, values, and medical situation of the disabled person.

(3) A petition seeking the authorization of a court that a life–sustaining procedure be withheld or withdrawn is subject to the provisions of §§ 13–711 through 13–713 of this subtitle.

(d) (1) Notwithstanding subsection (a) of this section, and in addition to the rights, duties, and powers which the court may order under subsection (b) of this section, the court may order the relief provided under this subsection.

(2) (i) If a guardian of the estate has been appointed, a guardian of the person may ask the guardian of the estate to expend the estate in payment of care and maintenance services provided directly to the disabled person by the guardian of the person at the rate of reimbursement established under this subsection.

(ii) The guardian of the person shall maintain appropriate records to document the care and maintenance services provided directly to the disabled person to receive any payment under this subsection.

(3) To implement the provisions of this subsection, the court may:

(i) Adopt guidelines for the rate of reimbursement for care and maintenance services provided directly by the guardian of the person to a disabled person;

(ii) Establish appropriate procedures for records, inspections, audits, or other requirements to monitor care and maintenance services provided directly by the guardian of the person for which the guardian of the person is reimbursed; and

(iii) Order any act necessary for the best interests of the disabled person.

(e) Notwithstanding subsection (a) of this section, and in addition to the rights, duties, and powers that the court may order under subsection (b) of this section, the court may order the guardian of a person with a disability to serve as a victim’s representative to assert the person’s interests if:

(1) There is no victim’s representative who can adequately assert the person’s rights as a victim of a crime or a delinquent act; and

(2) No court has appointed a guardian ad litem to protect the person’s interests.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-842 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 8 / Section 13-842
§13–842.
Status: in_force

A person who possessed contraband alcoholic beverages, contraband tobacco products, or contraband motor fuel that are seized and sold under this section is not relieved from any penalty under this title.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 13-201 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-201
§13–201.
Status: in_force

In this subtitle, “transfer tax” means the tax imposed under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-1905 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 19 / Section 13-1905
§13–1905.
Status: in_force

A qualified organization shall obtain a written permit from the governing body of the county or its designee before conducting a benefit performance.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 13-1103 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 13 / Subtitle 11 / Section 13-1103
§13–1103.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Maryland Heritage Areas Authority, established as:

(1) A body corporate and politic; and

(2) An instrumentality of the State.

(b) The Authority is an independent unit of government in the Executive Branch of government that operates in the Department of Planning.

(c) The exercise by the Authority of the powers conferred by this subtitle is the performance of an essential public function.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-906 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-906
§13–906.
Status: in_force

An application for the registration of any vehicle for which the registration fee is based on maximum gross weight shall be accompanied by:

(1) A certificate that states the empty weight of the vehicle, including its body, cab, and spare tire;

(2) A declaration of the load the applicant intends the vehicle to carry; and

(3) Any other pertinent information that the Administration requires.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-4805 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 48 / Section 13-4805
§13–4805.
Status: in_force

§13–4805. IN EFFECT

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

The Commission shall:

(1) Conduct an assessment of behavioral health services in the State to identify needs and gaps in services across the continuum, including community–based outpatient and support services, crisis response, and inpatient care;

(2) Examine the methods for reimbursing behavioral health care services in the State and make recommendations on the most effective forms of reimbursement to maximize service delivery;

(3) Compile findings of State–specific needs assessments related to behavioral health care services;

(4) Review recommendations and reports of State commissions, workgroups, or task forces related to behavioral health care services;

(5) Conduct a needs assessment on the State’s behavioral health care workforce to identify gaps and make recommendations to ensure an adequate, culturally competent, and diverse workforce across the behavioral health care continuum;

(6) Review trends and best practices from other states regarding policy and reimbursement strategies that support access to a comprehensive array of services and ensure quality of care;

(7) Examine and make recommendations related to the behavioral health of the geriatric and youth populations in the State;

(8) Examine and make recommendations to provide appropriate and adequate behavioral health services to individuals with developmental disabilities and complex behavioral health needs, specifically youth;

(9) Assess the health infrastructure, facilities, personnel, and services available for the State’s forensic population and identify deficiencies in resources and policies needed to prioritize health outcomes, increase public safety, and reduce recidivism;

(10) Make recommendations on expanding behavioral health treatment access for the State’s court–ordered population;

(11) Make recommendations on action plans regarding the behavioral health care system’s capacity to prepare for and respond to future challenges affecting the entire State or particular regions or populations in the State, including pandemics and extreme weather events;

(12) Make recommendations to ensure that behavioral health treatment is provided in the appropriate setting, including methods to divert behavioral health patients from emergency departments by using the Maryland Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Registry and Referral System established under § 7.5–802 of this article and 2–1–1;

(13) Examine and review the use of harm reduction strategies to facilitate access to care;

(14) Examine methods to assist consumers in accessing behavioral health services; and

(15) Make, in coordination with the Behavioral Health Advisory Council, recommendations regarding the continuation of the State’s behavioral health carve–out and the financing structure and quality oversight necessary to integrate somatic and behavioral health services and ensure compliance with the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act in the Maryland Medical Assistance Program.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-708 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-708
§13–708.
Status: in_force

In addition to any other penalty provided by law, the county commissioners may revoke a bingo license forthwith if:

(1) the county commissioners determine after an investigation that:

(i) the license holder made a false statement in the application for the license; or

(ii) the conduct of licensed bingo at the premises named in the license would:

1. disturb the peace of the neighborhood;

2. create a nuisance; or

3. be detrimental to the morals, health, or welfare of the community; or

(2) the license holder is convicted of:

(i) violating §§ 13-705 through 13-707 of this subtitle; or

(ii) a felony.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-831 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 8 / Section 13-831
§13–831.
Status: in_force

(a) Except for a liability that has accrued or will accrue before the date of release or discharge, a surety is released and discharged from liability on a bond to the State 60 days after the surety submits to the tax collector a written request for release or discharge.

(b) On receipt of a written request from a surety for release and discharge, the tax collector promptly shall give the person who posted the bond notice that:

(1) the surety has asked to be released and discharged from liability on the bond; and

(2) a substitute security must be filed before the date on which the surety is released and discharged under subsection (a) of this section.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-2005 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 20 / Section 13-2005
§13–2005.
Status: in_force

A license holder may not be required to close the licensed premises at any time on January 1.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-921 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-921
§13–921.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “farm truck” means a farm vehicle that:

(1) Is a Class E (truck) vehicle; and

(2) Has a shipping weight of its chassis and battery, as certified by the manufacturer, of more than 3/4 ton.

(b) On application, the Administration shall issue a Class E “farm truck registration” to any applicant who certifies:

(1) That the applicant is a farmer; and

(2) That the vehicle for which the application is made is a farm truck, specifying its proposed use.

(c) For each vehicle registered under this section, the annual registration fee is based on the maximum gross vehicle weight, as follows:

Maximum Gross Weight Fee (per 1,000 Pounds

Limit (in Pounds) or Fraction Thereof)

10,000 (minimum) – 40,000 $5.00

40,001 – 65,000 (maximum) $5.25

(d) Except as provided in § 8–602(c) of this article, a vehicle registered under this section may not be used:

(1) For hire except to haul farm products for another farmer; or

(2) In any manner other than as a farm truck.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-1005 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 10 / Section 13A-1005
§13A–1005.
Status: in_force

A person subject to this title who conspires with another person to commit an offense under this title shall, if one or more of the conspirators does an act to effect the object of the conspiracy, be punished as a court–martial may direct.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-603 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-603
§13–603.
Status: in_force

(a) Before an organization listed in subsection (b) of this section may operate a gaming event or casino event, the organization shall obtain a permit from the Department of Permits and Development Management.

(b) (1) An organization that meets the conditions of paragraph (2) of this subsection may conduct a gaming event or casino event if the organization is a bona fide:

(i) religious organization;

(ii) fraternal organization;

(iii) civic organization, including:

1. a hunting organization;

2. a social organization; or

3. a sporting organization;

(iv) volunteer fire organization;

(v) veterans’ organization;

(vi) veterans’ hospital;

(vii) amateur athletic organization; or

(viii) charitable organization.

(2) An organization that conducts a gaming event or casino event under this section shall spend a majority of the net proceeds from the gaming event or casino event for the following in the county:

(i) purposes that benefit religious purposes;

(ii) fraternal purposes;

(iii) civic purposes;

(iv) volunteer fire operations;

(v) purposes that benefit veterans;

(vi) purposes that benefit a veterans’ hospital;

(vii) purposes related to amateur athletics; or

(viii) charitable purposes.

(c) (1) A permit to conduct a gaming event or casino event shall provide that only the members of the permit holder may manage the gaming event or casino event.

(2) A permit is not transferable.

(d) (1) An organization that obtains a permit may award a prize of money or merchandise using:

(i) a paddle wheel;

(ii) a wheel of fortune;

(iii) a chance book;

(iv) bingo; or

(v) any other gaming device except:

1. a card game;

2. a dice game; or

3. roulette.

(2) Except as provided in § 13-604 of this subtitle, a person may not:

(i) operate a card game, a dice game, or roulette; or

(ii) conduct a casino event.

(3) An organization that obtains a permit shall ensure that:

(i) an individual or group of individuals does not benefit financially from the holding of the gaming event;

(ii) an individual or group of individuals does not receive any of the proceeds of the gaming event for personal use or benefit; and

(iii) the gaming event is managed personally by the members of the permit holder.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-1512 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 15 / Section 13-1512
§13–1512.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “gaming contest” means an event that involves a card game, a dice game, or roulette.

(b) An organization shall be issued a permit from the Sheriff of Harford County before the organization may conduct a gaming contest in Harford County.

(c) An organization is eligible to be issued a permit if the organization qualifies as a nonprofit organization under § 501(c)(3) or (19) of the Internal Revenue Code and has been located in the county for at least 3 years before applying for the permit.

(d) To be issued a permit, an organization shall:

(1) submit an application to the sheriff on a form that the sheriff requires;

(2) state on the application form the purpose for which the proceeds of the gaming contest will be used; and

(3) pay the permit fee that the sheriff determines.

(e) (1) (i) A holder of a permit may not conduct more than four gaming contests in a calendar year.

(ii) A permit is not transferable.

(2) A gaming contest may be held only:

(i) between 4 p.m. and 1 a.m. the following day; and

(ii) in a structure or at a location that is owned, rented, or leased by the holder of the permit.

(3) A separate permit is required for each gaming contest.

(4) (i) Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, bingo, instant bingo, a raffle, a paddle wheel, or a 50/50 raffle may be included in the games conducted at a gaming contest.

(ii) A gaming contest may not consist exclusively of a game specified in subparagraph (i) of this paragraph.

(f) (1) An organization that is the permit holder may charge only a preset entrance fee for a gaming contest.

(2) Participants in a gaming contest 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 gaming contest.

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

(5) A holder of a permit may serve or sell alcoholic beverages at a gaming contest only if the holder is issued the proper license by the Harford County Liquor Control Board.

(g) 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.

(h) An organization may rent or purchase necessary equipment and supplies to conduct a gaming contest but may not enter into a lease or other agreement to share profits from the gaming contest.

(i) (1) A gaming contest shall be managed and operated personally by members of the organization conducting the gaming contest.

(2) A member of the organization may not receive or be paid any of the proceeds from the gaming contest for personal use or benefit.

(3) A person may not receive a salary, a commission, or compensation of any kind for managing the gaming contest or operating a game played in the gaming contest.

(4) A person other than the holder of the permit may not receive or be paid any proceeds.

(5) To volunteer as an operator of a gaming contest, an individual shall be at least 18 years old.

(6) To participate in a gaming contest, an individual shall be at least 21 years old.

(j) After costs incurred in conducting a gaming contest are deducted, proceeds from a gaming contest shall be used to benefit a charity or to further the purpose of the organization.

(k) (1) Within 30 days after a gaming contest, the holder of the permit shall submit to the sheriff a financial report that lists all of the receipts and expenditures for the gaming contest.

(2) The report shall contain a full accounting of the proceeds and expenses of the gaming contest and the name, address, and Social Security number of a participant that is declared the winner of a gaming contest requiring the issuance of Internal Revenue Service Form W–2G or a substantially equivalent form.

(3) The sheriff or the Office of the Harford County State’s Attorney may require the holder of the permit to produce all financial records of the gaming contest.

(4) The holder of the permit shall keep all financial records of the gaming contest for at least 2 years after the gaming contest.

(5) The sheriff may refuse to issue a permit to an applicant who has failed to file a required report from a previous gaming contest or is late in filing federal or State tax returns.

(6) If requested by the sheriff, the holder of the permit shall pay all financial audit costs.

(l) The sheriff shall adopt regulations to carry out this section.

(m) 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.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-2102 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 21 / Section 13-2102
§13–2102.
Status: in_force

(a) This subtitle applies only in St. Mary’s County.

(b) Subtitle 2 of this title applies in St. Mary’s County.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-1502 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 15 / Section 13-1502
§13–1502.
Status: in_force

The Board may not issue a Class A or Class D beer license, beer and wine license, or beer, wine, and liquor license to a person that holds an out–of–state alcoholic beverages license.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 13-1027 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1027
§13–1027.
Status: in_force

The Authority is exempt:

(1) From the payment of taxes or assessments of any kind;

(2) Except as provided in Title 12, Subtitle 4 and Title 14, Subtitle 3 of the State Finance and Procurement Article, from the provisions of Division II of the State Finance and Procurement Article; and

(3) From the provisions of Division I of the State Personnel and Pensions Article that govern the State Personnel Management System.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-1304 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 13 / Section 13-1304
§13–1304.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a beer festival license.

(b) The Board may issue the license to a holder of a retail license, Class 5 brewery license, Class 7 micro–brewery license, or Class 8 farm brewery license.

(c) The license authorizes the holder to display and sell beer.

(d) A license holder shall display and sell beer:

(1) at retail for on– and off–premises consumption; and

(2) during the hours and days designated for the beer festival.

(e) The Board shall:

(1) choose 1 weekend each year for the beer festival that does not fall on the dates chosen for the Anne Arundel County Beer and Wine Festival, the Cumberland and Shenandoah Valley Wine Festival in Washington County, or the Maryland Wine Festival in Carroll County;

(2) choose a location that is not already licensed; and

(3) ensure that the primary focus of the beer festival is the promotion of Maryland beer.

(f) The license holder may hold another license of a different class or nature.

(g) The license fee is $50.

(h) The Board shall adopt regulations to carry out this section.
Md. Code, Education § 13-304 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-304
§13–304.
Status: reserved

(a) The government of the Medical System Corporation is vested in the Board of Directors.

(b) (1) Subject to paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, the Board of Directors consists of 6 nonvoting members and not less than 22 and not more than 25 voting members appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate.

(2) (i) On or after October 1, 2014, the Medical System Corporation may amend its articles of incorporation to add up to three voting members to the Board of Directors as the Medical System Corporation determines to be necessary and appropriate.

(ii) Nominations of additional voting members shall be made by the Board of Directors and submitted to the Board of Regents for comment and to the Governor for consideration.

(iii) Any member added to the Board of Directors under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph shall:

1. Represent an entity that affiliates with the Medical System Corporation on or after October 1, 2014;

2. Be appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate; and

3. Be designated as an affiliate board member.

(iv) Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to require the Medical System Corporation to nominate a representative of an entity that affiliates with the Medical System Corporation on or after October 1, 2014, to be an additional board member.

(3) Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraph (1) of this subsection, for each hospital that affiliates with the medical system on or after June 1, 2019, the Governor may appoint an additional voting member who is a representative from the hospital.

(c) (1) Each member shall be a resident of this State.

(2) A member of the Board may not be a State or local elected official.

(3) Three voting members shall be members of the Board of Regents.

(4) One voting member shall be the Governor’s designee.

(5) Two voting members shall be appointed as follows:

(i) One appointed by the President of the Senate of Maryland; and

(ii) One appointed by the Speaker of the House of Delegates.

(6) At least 1 voting member of the Board shall be appointed by the Governor, upon nomination by the membership of the Community Advisory Council, from the membership of the Community Advisory Council.

(7) At least 1 voting member of the Board of Directors shall have expertise in the hospital field.

(8) In appointing the voting members of the Board of Directors, the Governor shall ensure that the composition of the Board fairly represents the minority composition of the State.

(9) The nonvoting members shall be, ex officio, the Chancellor of the University System of Maryland, the President, the Chief Executive Officer, the Dean of the School of Medicine, the President of the medical staff organization of the medical system, and the Associate Director of nursing services for the medical system.

(d) (1) The term of a member is 5 years and begins on the 1st Monday in June of the year of appointment.

(2) The terms of members are staggered as required by the terms provided for members of the Board on the transfer date.

(3) At the end of a term, a member continues to serve until a successor is appointed and qualifies.

(4) A member appointed to fill a vacancy in an unexpired term serves only for the remainder of that term and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.

(5) A member may be reappointed, but may not serve more than 2 consecutive full terms.

(e) For terms subsequent to initial terms, nominations of members will be made by the Board of Directors and submitted to the Board of Regents for comment and to the Governor for consideration.

(f) The Board of Directors may adopt and amend bylaws.

(g) (1) The Board of Directors shall determine the time and place of its meetings and may adopt rules for the conduct of its meetings.

(2) Eleven voting directors constitute a quorum for transacting business at any meeting, and action by a majority of voting directors present at a meeting shall be the act of the Board unless the bylaws require a greater number.

(h) Each year, the Board of Directors shall elect from among its members:

(1) A Chairman; and

(2) Any other officer it requires.

(i) The Board of Directors shall elect a Chief Executive Officer who shall also be appointed by the Board of Regents as Vice President of the University of Maryland Medical System, and who shall begin service in this joint office after the appointment is approved by both boards. The Chief Executive Officer shall serve at the pleasure of the Board of Directors. In the event of a vacancy of the Chief Executive Officer, nominees will be selected by a process to be determined jointly by the Board of Regents and the Board of Directors.

(j) Each member of the Board:

(1) Serves without compensation; and

(2) Is entitled to reimbursement for expenses as provided by the Board of Directors.

(k) A member of the Board may not intentionally use the prestige of office or public position for that member’s private gain or that of another.

(l) (1) (i) Except as provided in subparagraph (iii) of this paragraph, each member annually shall submit a disclosure of financial interest, including any potential conflicts of interest, to the State Health Services Cost Review Commission.

(ii) 1. Except as provided in subsubparagraph 2 of this subparagraph, the State Health Services Cost Review Commission shall make freely available to the public on its website, through an online registration program, the statement submitted under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph.

2. The State Health Services Cost Review Commission may not provide public access to the portion of the statement that includes an address that the member has identified as the member’s home address.

(iii) A newly appointed member shall submit a disclosure of financial interest within 60 days after the member’s appointment to the Board.

(2) If the Governor determines that a member has willfully filed a false statement under paragraph (1)(i) of this subsection, the Governor shall remove the member from the Board.

(3) The Board of Directors and the compliance officer for the Medical System Corporation shall review each statement submitted under paragraph (1) of this subsection for compliance with the Board’s conflict of interest policy.

(4) The State Health Services Cost Review Commission annually shall send a summary of each statement submitted under paragraph (1) of this subsection to the Governor, the President of the Senate, and the Speaker of the House.

(m) (1) The Medical System Corporation may not use sole source procurement to award a contract to an active member of the Board of Directors or a business entity that employs or has an affiliation with an active member.

(2) The Governor shall remove a member from the Board of Directors who has benefited from a sole source procurement.

(3) The Medical System Corporation may not provide a preference for the award of a contract to an active member of the Board of Directors or a business entity that employs or has an affiliation with an active member.

(n) (1) The award of a contract or the making of a payment to a member of the Board of Directors or an associated business of a member shall be subject to the approval of the full Board of Directors.

(2) Before the Medical System Corporation awards a contract or makes a payment to a member of the Board of Directors, the compliance officer shall:

(i) Review the contract or payment and advise the member of the Board of Directors as to whether the contract or payment is appropriate and consistent with the policies of the Medical System Corporation; and

(ii) Make a recommendation to the Board of Directors as to whether the contract or payment should be approved or disapproved by the Board.

(o) (1) The Board of Directors shall develop a policy governing contracts with and payments to a member of the Board of Directors or members of the board of directors of hospitals affiliated with the Medical System Corporation by:

(i) The Medical System Corporation; or

(ii) The affiliated hospital.

(2) On or before December 1 each year, the Board of Directors shall submit a report to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the President of the Senate, the Speaker of the House, the Joint Audit and Evaluation Committee, the Senate Finance Committee, and the House Health and Government Operations Committee on:

(i) The policy adopted under paragraph (1) of this subsection; and

(ii) How the Board of Directors has ensured compliance with the policy by the affiliated hospitals and the members of the board of directors of the affiliated hospitals.

(p) The Chairman of the Board of Directors shall appoint representatives from the community naturally served by the medical system having interest in the services of the medical system to 3–year terms as members of a Community Advisory Council. The Board of Directors shall designate at least one of its members to meet with the Community Advisory Council and advise the Community Advisory Council of matters of potential interest. Recommendations of this Community Advisory Council concerning services offered by the Medical System Corporation and its community relationships shall be considered by the Board of Directors.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 13-307 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-307
§13–307.
Status: in_force

The Department shall adopt regulations to implement this subtitle.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 13-204 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-204
§13–204.
Status: in_force

Except as authorized under § 13-303 of this title, the Secretary may not continue certification for any contractual employee if the Secretary determines that the services performed under the contract:

(1) encompass permanent functions;

(2) have no specific expiration date; and

(3) regularly are performed on a basis that is at least equal to 50% of the work responsibility of a full-time permanent employee.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13-303 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-303
§13–303.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Governor shall appoint two Assistant Adjutants General for the Maryland Army National Guard and two Assistant Adjutants General for the Maryland Air National Guard.

(2) An Assistant Adjutant General serves at the pleasure of the Governor.

(3) Unless selected for a military position requiring federal recognition as a Major General, an Assistant Adjutant General shall have a commissioned grade not above that of Brigadier General.

(b) To be appointed as an Assistant Adjutant General an individual shall:

(1) have at least 1 year of commissioned field grade service in the National Guard; and

(2) have attained at least the rank of colonel.

(c) An Assistant Adjutant General shall perform the military duties that are assigned by the Governor or Adjutant General.

(d) (1) One of the Assistant Adjutants General for the Maryland Army National Guard and one of the Assistant Adjutants General for the Maryland Air National Guard shall be full–time employees of the Department in State active duty status.

(2) The other two Assistant Adjutants General shall be traditional drilling guard members.
Md. Code, Education § 13-103 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-103
§13–103.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute in the University of Maryland.

(b) (1) The head of the Institute is the Director.

(2) The Director:

(i) Shall report directly to the President of the University of Maryland, College Park Campus; and

(ii) May adopt rules and regulations necessary to carry out this section.

(c) The Institute shall:

(1) Provide classroom education and training for career and volunteer fire and rescue personnel, both at the Institute and throughout this State;

(2) Cooperate with other agencies that provide training for fire and rescue personnel;

(3) Train instructors;

(4) Prepare or adopt materials for training fire and rescue personnel;

(5) Develop new fire and rescue training techniques;

(6) Develop and implement specialized courses in fire fighting, including industrial fire fighting;

(7) Maintain statistics and records on fire and rescue education, training, and related matters;

(8) Develop programs to inform the public about the tasks performed by fire and rescue personnel;

(9) Establish guidelines for instructional material to school systems in the State concerning fire and rescue education;

(10) Provide disaster training for fire and rescue personnel; and

(11) Cooperate with the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems to provide basic training for rescue personnel and emergency medical technicians.

(d) The Institute shall have the funds provided in the State budget.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-1504 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 15 / Section 13-1504
§13–1504.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The sheriff may not issue to a single organization in 1 calendar year more than 52 bingo licenses.

(2) Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, not more than one bingo license may be issued to a single organization in a single calendar week.

(3) A license to conduct bingo is valid:

(i) for 24 consecutive hours; or

(ii) if the license is issued for use in conjunction with and at a carnival, during carnival hours, and for the shorter of the duration of the carnival or 14 consecutive days.

(b) A money prize for a bingo game may not exceed:

(1) $500; or

(2) $1,000 for a jackpot.

(c) An instant bingo game may be sold and played only at the location listed on the license.

(d) A minor may not sell or play instant bingo.

(e) A license to operate a paddle wheel shall also operate as a license to conduct bingo, if authorized by the sheriff on request.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-616 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-616
§13–616.
Status: reserved

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

(2) “Certified nurse practitioner” means an individual who is licensed by the State Board of Nursing to practice registered nursing as described in § 8–101 of the Health Occupations Article and who is certified as a nurse practitioner by the State Board of Nursing.

(3) “Licensed chiropractor” means a chiropractor who is licensed by the State Board of Chiropractic Examiners to practice chiropractic or chiropractic with the right to practice physical therapy as described in § 3–301 of the Health Occupations Article.

(4) “Licensed optometrist” means an optometrist who is licensed by the State Board of Examiners in Optometry to practice optometry as described in § 11–101 of the Health Occupations Article.

(5) “Licensed physical therapist” means a physical therapist who is licensed by the State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners to practice physical therapy as described in § 13–101 of the Health Occupations Article.

(6) “Licensed physician” means a physician, including a doctor of osteopathy, who is licensed by the State Board of Physicians to practice medicine as described in § 14–101 of the Health Occupations Article.

(7) “Licensed physician assistant” means an individual who is licensed under Title 15 of the Health Occupations Article to practice as a physician assistant.

(8) “Licensed podiatrist” means a podiatrist who is licensed by the State Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners to practice podiatry as described in § 16–101 of the Health Occupations Article.

(b) (1) The owner of any vehicle described in paragraph (3) of this subsection may apply to the Administration for the assignment to that vehicle of a special disability registration number and special disability registration plates, if a certified nurse practitioner, licensed physician, licensed physician assistant, licensed chiropractor, licensed optometrist, licensed podiatrist, or licensed physical therapist certifies, in accordance with paragraph (2) of this subsection, that the applicant:

(i) Has lung disease to such an extent that forced (respiratory) expiratory volume for one second when measured by spirometry is less than one liter, or arterial oxygen tension (PO2) is less than 60 mm/hg on room air at rest;

(ii) Has cardiovascular disease limitations classified in severity as Class III or Class IV according to standards accepted by the American Heart Association;

(iii) Is unable to walk 200 feet without stopping to rest;

(iv) Is unable to walk without the use of, or assistance from, a brace, cane, crutch, another person, prosthetic device, or other assistive device;

(v) Requires a wheelchair for mobility;

(vi) Has lost a foot, leg, hand, or arm;

(vii) Has lost the use of a foot, leg, hand, or arm;

(viii) Has a permanent impairment of both eyes so that:

1. The central visual acuity is 20/200 or less in the better eye, with corrective glasses; or

2. There is a field defect in which the peripheral field has contracted to such an extent that the widest diameter of visual field subtends an angular distance no greater than 20 degrees in the better eye; or

(ix) Has a permanent disability that adversely impacts the ambulatory ability of the applicant and which is so severe that the person would endure a hardship or be subject to a risk of injury if the privileges accorded a person for whom a vehicle is specially registered under this section were denied.

(2) For the purposes of this section, the qualifying disabilities specified in paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be certified as follows:

(i) A licensed physician, licensed physician assistant, or certified nurse practitioner may certify conditions specified in paragraph (1)(i) through (ix) of this subsection;

(ii) A licensed chiropractor, licensed podiatrist, or licensed physical therapist may certify conditions specified in paragraph (1)(iii) through (vii) and (ix) of this subsection;

(iii) A licensed optometrist may certify the condition specified in paragraph (1)(viii) of this subsection; and

(iv) Notwithstanding any provision of paragraph (1) of this subsection, the applicant may self–certify conditions specified in paragraph (1)(vi) of this subsection by appearing in person with proper identification at a full–service Motor Vehicle Administration office during normal business hours.

(3) This section applies only to:

(i) A Class A (passenger) vehicle;

(ii) A Class D (motorcycle) vehicle;

(iii) A Class M (multipurpose) vehicle;

(iv) A Class E (truck) vehicle with a one ton or less manufacturer’s rated capacity; or

(v) A Class H, I, or J vehicle that is specially equipped for the transportation of individuals with disabilities and is used exclusively for the transportation of individuals with disabilities.

(4) (i) Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraph (1) of this subsection, a nursing home, health care facility, adult day care facility, retirement home, or other facility that regularly provides transportation for individuals with disabilities may apply to the Administration for special disability registration for vehicles owned by the facility.

(ii) An application for special disability registration under this paragraph shall contain:

1. The certification of the owner or operator of the facility that the vehicle for which the registration is sought is used exclusively for the transportation of individuals with disabilities as described in paragraph (1) of this subsection; and

2. Any other information or documentation concerning the facility or the vehicle that the Administration requires.

(c) (1) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b)(4) of this section, special registration and special registration plates may be issued under this section only if the applicant submits proof satisfactory to the Administration that the applicant is an individual with a disability described in subsection (b)(1) of this section.

(2) Except as provided by paragraph (3) of this subsection and subsection (b)(4) of this section, the Administration may not accept applications for special registration under this section from an applicant who, at the time of application:

(i) Possesses one valid special registration issued under this section; or

(ii) Possesses two parking placards issued under § 13–616.1 of this subtitle.

(3) An individual may possess two valid special registrations for Class D motorcycles in addition to the special registration authorized under subsection (b) of this section and the parking placards authorized under § 13–616.1 of this subtitle.

(d) Except as provided under §§ 13–951 and 13–952 of this title, no fee in addition to the annual registration fee otherwise required by this title is required for special registration under this section.

(e) A special registration number assigned under this section shall:

(1) Consist of the letters, numerals, or both that the Administration specifies; and

(2) Be displayed on special registration plates issued for the vehicle, together with the International Symbol of Access.

(f) (1) In this subsection, “special types of vehicles” means:

(i) Emergency vehicles defined under § 11–118 of this article;

(ii) Service vehicles defined under § 22–201 of this article;

(iii) Class B (for hire) vehicles;

(iv) Class C (funeral and ambulance) vehicles;

(v) Class H (school) vehicles;

(vi) Class I (charter bus) vehicles;

(vii) Class J (vanpool) vehicles;

(viii) Class P (passenger bus) vehicles;

(ix) Class Q (limousine) vehicles; and

(x) State or local government vehicles.

(2) The person for whom special registration plates are issued under this section or under a similar provision of any other state or country:

(i) 1. Except as provided in items (ii) and (iii) of this paragraph, may park for unlimited periods in parking zones restricted as to the length of parking time permitted; and

2. Is not required to pay any parking meter fees of this State or of any political subdivision of this State where parking meters do not meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act;

(ii) May park in a parking space equipped with a parking meter only for:

1. Except as provided in item 2 of this item, twice the maximum time period permitted on the parking meter but not to exceed a maximum of 4 hours; and

2. If the parking meter permits parking for more than 4 hours, the period permitted on the parking meter; and

(iii) Subject to the posted time restriction specified for the parking zone, may park in a designated zone for the handicapped established:

1. At any State–owned airport; or

2. By Baltimore County on any county highway.

(3) The provisions of this subsection supersede any local ordinance, except that they do not apply:

(i) To zones where stopping, standing, or parking is prohibited to all vehicles;

(ii) To zones that are reserved for special types of vehicles;

(iii) Where there is a local ordinance that prohibits parking during heavy traffic periods in morning, afternoon, or evening rush hours, or where parking clearly would present a traffic hazard; or

(iv) In Baltimore City, where there is a local ordinance that restricts parking for vehicles that do not display a specified residential parking permit.

(g) When using the parking privileges granted under this section:

(1) The person shall have in the person’s possession identification issued by the Administration as proof that parking privileges are being utilized by a person with a disability as defined in subsection (b)(1) of this section; and

(2) The person shall make the identification available upon the request of:

(i) A police officer, while the officer is discharging the official duties of a police officer; or

(ii) Any other person authorized by a political subdivision to enforce this section, while acting within the scope of this authority.

(h) A person may not commit any fraud or make any misrepresentation in applying for disability registration plates, using special disability registration plates, or certifying an individual with a disability as defined in subsection (b)(1) of this section for special disability registration under this section.

(i) A person who operates a motor vehicle with a special disability registration number or special disability registration plates may not use the privileges granted under this section, unless the person:

(1) Is a person with a disability who meets the requirements of subsection (b)(1) of this section; or

(2) Is accompanied by a dependent, or an individual who depends on the person for transportation, who meets the requirements of subsection (b)(1) of this section.

(j) To determine if the eligibility requirements continue to be met, the Administration may conduct a review of a registration that is issued by the Administration under this subsection and:

(1) If the Administration finds it necessary to review the severity or permanency of a registration holder’s disability, the Administration may request a review and recommendations from the Medical Advisory Board established under § 16–118 of this article; and

(2) If the Administration determines that eligibility requirements are not being met, the Administration may revoke the registration.

(k) The Administration shall administer the special registration plates program in accordance with the provisions of this section.

(l) In accordance with the provisions of this section, each board for licensed physicians, licensed physician assistants, licensed chiropractors, licensed optometrists, licensed podiatrists, or licensed physical therapists shall be responsible for the development and maintenance of a database system with which the Administration can interface and verify licensure.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-1805 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 18 / Section 13-1805
§13–1805.
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding § 13–1503 of this title, a person that has an interest in more than one Class A license may renew the licenses.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 13-902 — MD Code / Article get / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-902
§13–902.
Status: in_force

Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, the provisions of this title concerning a guardian of the person or property of a minor shall apply to standby guardians.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-1602.1 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 16 / Section 13-1602.1
§13–1602.
Status: in_force

§13–1602.1.

(a) In this section, “Department” means the Howard County Department of Inspections, Licenses, and Permits.

(b) (1) Before an organization listed in subsection (d) of this section may operate a casino event, the organization shall obtain a permit from the Department.

(2) (i) On the recommendation of the Department, the County Executive shall forward to the County Council a recommendation for the fee to be charged for a permit under this section.

(ii) The County Council shall adopt by resolution the amount of the permit fee.

(c) Subject to subsections (d) and (e) of this section, an organization may conduct:

(1) one casino event that includes a card game during each calendar month; and

(2) one casino event that includes roulette during each calendar year.

(d) To conduct a casino event under subsection (c) of this section, an organization shall be:

(1) a bona fide volunteer fire company; or

(2) a bona fide war veterans’ organization.

(e) (1) A permit holder for a casino event that includes a card game or roulette shall ensure that:

(i) an individual or group of individuals does not benefit financially from the holding of the casino event;

(ii) an individual or group of individuals does not receive any of the proceeds of the casino event for personal use or benefit;

(iii) the casino event is managed personally by the members of the permit holder;

(iv) a parent, a subsidiary, or an affiliate of the organization sponsoring the event has not sponsored a casino event within the calendar month or calendar year, as appropriate; and

(v) the casino event is conducted between 4 p.m. and 1 a.m.

(2) (i) An organization that is the permit holder may charge only a preset entrance fee for a casino event.

(ii) Participants in a casino event shall receive tokens for wagering in exchange for the entrance fee.

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

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

(3) A person that holds a casino event that includes a card game or roulette may not:

(i) offer or award cumulative prizes that have a fair market value in excess of $5,000 at the event;

(ii) allow a player to bet more than $10 in tokens in any one game within the calendar month or calendar year, as appropriate;

(iii) exchange tokens used in wagering for an item of merchandise that is worth more than $1,000; or

(iv) exchange merchandise that was received for tokens that were used in wagering for an item of merchandise having a value that is different from the fair retail market value of the item of merchandise that was received for the tokens.

(4) (i) To volunteer as an operator at a casino event, an individual shall be at least 18 years old.

(ii) To participate in a casino event, an individual shall be at least 21 years old.

(5) (i) Within 60 days after holding a casino event that includes a card game or roulette, the holder of the permit for the event shall submit to the Department:

1. a financial report that lists the receipts and expenditures for the casino event; and

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

(ii) Before the permit holder submits the report to the Department, the permit holder shall submit the report to the county police department for review.

(f) (1) The Department shall adopt regulations to govern:

(i) the issuance of a permit to conduct a casino event; and

(ii) the conduct and management of a casino event in a manner designed to prevent fraud and to protect the public.

(2) The regulations shall require that a separate permit be issued for each casino event to be conducted.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-1006 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1006
§13–1006.
Status: in_force

(a) The Council may employ an Executive Director.

(b) The Executive Director serves at the pleasure of the Council.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-1036 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 10 / Section 13A-1036
§13A–1036.
Status: in_force

A person subject to this title who willfully or recklessly wastes, spoils, or otherwise willfully and wrongfully destroys or damages any property other than military property of the United States or of any state shall be punished as a court–martial may direct.
Md. Code, Insurance § 13-108 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-108
§13–108.
Status: in_force

(a) Credit life insurance, credit health insurance, and credit involuntary unemployment benefit insurance shall be evidenced by an individual policy or, in the case of group insurance, a group certificate of insurance.

(b) In addition to other requirements of law, each individual policy or group certificate of credit life insurance, credit health insurance, or credit involuntary unemployment benefit insurance shall include:

(1) the name and home office address of the insurer;

(2) the name of the insured debtor under an individual policy, or the name or other identification of the insured debtor under a group certificate;

(3) the premium or amount of payment, if any, paid by the debtor shown separately for credit life insurance, credit health insurance, and credit involuntary unemployment benefit insurance;

(4) a description of the coverage, including the amount and term of the coverage and any exceptions, limitations, or restrictions; and

(5) a statement that the benefits shall be paid to the creditor to reduce or extinguish the unpaid indebtedness and, if the amount of credit life insurance, credit health insurance, or credit involuntary unemployment benefit insurance exceeds the unpaid indebtedness, the excess shall be payable to a beneficiary, other than the creditor, named by the debtor or to the estate of the debtor.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-603 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-603
§13–603.
Status: in_force

A Class C beer license may not be issued in the county.
Md. Code, Real Property § 13-205 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-205
§13–205.
Status: in_force

In accordance with the procedures of § 13-203 of this subtitle for adopting regulations, the Commissioner shall adopt a schedule of costs to be charged by the Commissioner.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-2417 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 24 / Section 13-2417
§13–2417.
Status: in_force

(a) Each year the gaming commission shall elect a chairperson from among its members.

(b) The manner of election of a chairperson shall be as the gaming commission determines.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-401 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-401
§13–401.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as otherwise provided in this section, each item of campaign material shall contain, set apart from any other message, an authority line that states:

(i) as to campaign material published, distributed, or disseminated by a campaign finance entity:

1. the name and address of the treasurer of each campaign finance entity responsible for the campaign material; and

2. as to each treasurer named under item 1 of this item, the name of each campaign finance entity for which the treasurer is acting; and

(ii) as to campaign material published, distributed, or disseminated by any other person, the name and address of the person responsible for the campaign material.

(2) The authority line may omit an address that is on file with the State Board or a local board.

(3) If the campaign material is too small to include all the information specified in paragraph (1) of this subsection in a legible manner, the authority line need only contain the information required by regulations adopted by the State Board.

(4) The authority line for campaign material that is a commercial advertisement need only contain the information specified in paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection for one campaign finance entity or other person responsible for the advertisement.

(b) Campaign material that is published or distributed in support of or in opposition to a candidate, but is not authorized by the candidate, shall include the following statement:

“This message has been authorized and paid for by (name of payor or any organization affiliated with the payor), (name and title of treasurer or president). This message has not been authorized or approved by any candidate.”
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-1110 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 11 / Section 13-1110
§13–1110.
Status: in_force

Proceeds of bingo or a gaming event may not:

(1) benefit a person other than the fundraising organization or educational organization that conducts the bingo or gaming event; or

(2) be shared with a person other than the fundraising organization or educational organization, except to further the purposes of the fundraising organization or educational organization.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-7A-09 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 7A / Section 13-7A-09
§13–7A–09.
Status: in_force

A certificate holder shall submit to the Department, in the manner required under § 13–7A–03 of this subtitle, a report of each incident that occurred on the premises of a participating facility that involved the administration of emergency use epinephrine by a certificate holder or an agent.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-605 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-605
§13–605.
Status: in_force

(a) The temporary registration of a vehicle under this part expires on the first to occur of:

(1) Receipt of annual registration plates for the vehicle;

(2) Rescission of the contract to buy the vehicle; or

(3) Expiration of 60 days from the date the temporary plate was issued.

(b) The Administration may extend the temporary registration for a vehicle under this part for a period not to exceed 30 days if the Administration is satisfied that reasonable conditions exist to justify the granting of this extension.

(c) The person to whom a temporary registration plate has been issued for a vehicle shall destroy the temporary registration plate as soon as the temporary registration expires.
Md. Code, Local Government § 13-803 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 13 / Subtitle 8 / Section 13-803
§13–803.
Status: in_force

The County Commissioners of Charles County may maintain a fund of not more than $40,000 to provide for:

(1) the improvement of channels to make waters in the county navigable;

(2) the construction of breakwater and other waterway improvement projects; and

(3) mosquito control in waters in the county.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-3402 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 34 / Section 13-3402
§13–3402.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Family Planning Program in the Department.

(b) The purpose of the Program is to ensure the continuity of family planning services in the State.

(c) The Program shall provide family planning services to individuals who are eligible for family planning services through family planning providers that meet Program requirements.

(d) The Department may adopt regulations to implement this subtitle, including regulations establishing a sliding scale fee for services provided under the Program.

(e) Funding used to support family planning services under the Program shall be in addition to any funding applied by the Department before December 31, 2024, to the maintenance of effort requirement for federal funding under Title X of the federal Public Health Service Act.

(f) (1) The Department may not accept any federal funding under Title X of the federal Public Health Service Act if the Title X program:

(i) Excludes family planning providers; and

(ii) Does not require family planning providers to provide a broad range of acceptable and effective medically approved family planning methods and services.

(2) If the Department does not accept Title X program funds in accordance with paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Governor shall fund the Program with State funds at the same level of total funds provided to the Program in the immediately preceding fiscal year.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-606 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-606
§13–606.
Status: in_force

(a) Before an organization may conduct bingo in the county, the organization shall obtain a bingo license from the Department of Permits and Development Management.

(b) An organization may conduct bingo to benefit charity in the county or to further its purposes if the organization is:

(1) a tax-supported volunteer fire company or an auxiliary unit whose members are directly associated with a tax-supported volunteer fire company;

(2) a nationally chartered veterans’ organization or an auxiliary unit whose members are directly associated with a nationally chartered veterans’ organization;

(3) a bona fide religious group that has conducted religious services at a fixed location in the county for at least 3 years before applying for a bingo license;

(4) the Maryland State Fair and Agricultural Society;

(5) a bona fide fraternal organization;

(6) a bona fide patriotic organization; or

(7) a bona fide charitable organization that has been located at a fixed location in the county for 3 years before applying for a bingo license.

(c) (1) An applicant for a bingo license shall apply for a license on the application form that the Department of Permits and Development Management provides.

(2) The application shall include:

(i) the name of the applicant;

(ii) the name and address of each officer and director of the applicant;

(iii) a complete statement of the purposes of the applicant;

(iv) a statement of the purpose for which the proceeds of the bingo operation will be used;

(v) an affidavit that an agreement does not exist to divide any part of the proceeds of the bingo operation with any other person that is made by:

1. the president;

2. the treasurer;

3. the chief executive; or

4. a fiscal officer;

(vi) an affidavit that only the applicant or a member of the applicant will receive any of the proceeds of the bingo operation except to further the purposes of the applicant organization; and

(vii) any other information the Department of Permits and Development Management requires.

(d) (1) (i) An annual bingo license issued by the Department of Permits and Development Management authorizes the license holder to conduct bingo at the fixed location stated on the license:

1. at any time during the year for which the license is issued; but

2. not more often than twice each week in the year for which the license is issued.

(ii) An applicant for an annual license shall pay the fee that the Department of Permits and Development Management sets.

(2) (i) A temporary license issued by the Department of Permits and Development Management authorizes the license holder to conduct bingo at the fixed location stated on the license for not more than 10 days in the year for which the license is issued.

(ii) An applicant for a temporary license shall pay the fee that the administrative officer of the county sets.

(3) (i) A 1-day license issued by the Department of Permits and Development Management authorizes the license holder to conduct bingo at a fixed location stated on the license for not more than 1 day in the year for which the license is issued.

(ii) An applicant for a 1-day license shall pay a fee that the administrative officer of the county sets.

(iii) The Department of Permits and Development Management may not grant an applicant more than three 1-day licenses in any calendar year.

(e) (1) The Department of Permits and Development Management may require the holder of a bingo license to produce its financial records for inspection so that the Department may ensure that the license holder and the members of the license holder have complied with subsection (c)(2)(v) and (vi) of this section.

(2) A person may not conduct bingo on Sunday.

(f) The Department of Permits and Development Management shall deposit the fees paid for bingo licenses issued under this section in the county Widows’ Pension Fund.

(g) After a public hearing, the Department of Permits and Development Management may revoke the license of a license holder that fails to comply with this section or the regulations that the Department adopts under this section.

(h) The Department of Permits and Development Management may adopt regulations to govern:

(1) the conduct of bingo;

(2) the amounts of the prizes that may be awarded in a game of bingo;

(3) the method of awarding prizes;

(4) the hours that bingo may be conducted; and

(5) any other matters related to the proper conduct of bingo.

(i) (1) (i) A person may not divert or pay any proceeds of bingo conducted under a bingo license to:

1. any other person, except to a member of the license holder; or

2. any other partnership or corporation, except to further the purposes of the license holder.

(ii) A person who is not a member of a license holder may not receive any of the proceeds of bingo conducted under a bingo license except to further the purposes of the license holder.

(iii) A person may not violate a regulation that the Department of Permits and Development Management adopts under subsection (h) of this section.

(2) A person who violates this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-205 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-205
§13–205.
Status: in_force

Any supplementary agreement entered in accordance with Article VI of the compact that requires the expenditure of money or the assumption of an obligation to expend money may not become effective as to the State before the General Assembly makes an appropriation for it.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-1002 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 10 / Section 13A-1002
§13A–1002.
Status: in_force

A person subject to this title who, knowing that an offense punishable by this title has been committed, receives, comforts, or assists the offender in order to hinder or prevent the offender’s apprehension, trial, or punishment shall be punished as a court–martial may direct.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-107 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-107
§13–107.
Status: in_force

The Advisory Council may establish subcommittees.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-809 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 8 / Section 13-809
§13–809.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Fair market value” means:

(i) As to the sale of any new or used vehicle by a licensed dealer, the total purchase price, as certified by the dealer;

(ii) Except as provided in item (iv) of this paragraph, as to a used vehicle that is sold by any person other than a licensed dealer and that has a designated model year that is 7 years old or older, the greater of:

1. The total purchase price; or

2. $640;

(iii) Except as provided in item (iv) of this paragraph, as to any other used vehicle that is sold by any person other than a licensed dealer:

1. The total purchase price, if the total purchase price is less than $500 below the retail value of the vehicle as shown in a national publication of used car values adopted for use by the Department; or

2. If the total purchase price is $500 or more below the retail value of the vehicle as shown in a national publication of used car values adopted for use by the Department:

A. The total purchase price, if verified to the satisfaction of the Administration by a notarized bill of sale submitted in accordance with subsection (d)(2) of this section; or

B. The valuation shown in the national publication of used car values, if the Administration finds that the documentation submitted under subsection (d)(2) of this section fails to verify the total purchase price;

(iv) As to a used trailer, a motor scooter, a moped, or an off–highway recreational vehicle that is sold by any person other than a licensed dealer, the greater of:

1. The total purchase price; or

2. $320; and

(v) In any other case, the valuation shown in a national publication of used car values adopted for use by the Department.

(3) (i) Subject to subparagraphs (ii) and (iii) of this paragraph, “total purchase price” means the price of a vehicle agreed on by the buyer and the seller, including any dealer processing charge, less an allowance for trade–in but with no allowance for other nonmonetary consideration.

(ii) As to a person trading in a nonleased vehicle to enter into a lease for a period of more than 180 consecutive days, “total purchase price” means the retail value of the vehicle as certified by the dealer, including any dealer processing charge, less an allowance for the trade–in of the nonleased vehicle but with no allowance for other nonmonetary consideration.

(iii) As to a person trading in a leased vehicle to enter into another lease for a period of more than 180 consecutive days with a different leasing company or to purchase a vehicle, “total purchase price” means the retail value of the vehicle as certified by the dealer, including any dealer processing charge, less an allowance for the trade–in of the leased vehicle but with no allowance for other nonmonetary consideration.

(4) “Trailer” has the meaning stated in § 11–169 of this article.

(b) (1) Except as otherwise provided in this part, in addition to any other charge required by the Maryland Vehicle Law, an excise tax is imposed:

(i) For each original and each subsequent certificate of title issued in this State for a motor vehicle, a trailer, a semitrailer, a moped, a motor scooter, or an off–highway recreational vehicle for which sales and use tax is not collected at the time of purchase; and

(ii) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, for each motor vehicle, trailer, or semitrailer that is in interstate operation and registered under § 13–109(c) or (d) of this title without a certificate of title.

(2) (i) An excise tax of $50 is imposed for the registration of a trailer exempt from the titling requirement under § 13–102(12) of this title.

(ii) In a case where the fair market value as defined in subsection (a)(2)(iii)2A of this section applies, the excise tax imposed under this part may not be less than $32.

(3) A political subdivision of the State may not impose a sales tax, a use tax, or excise tax on the issuance of a motor vehicle certificate of title.

(c) (1) Except as provided in subsection (b)(2) of this section, the tax imposed by this section is:

(i) Except as provided in item (ii) of this paragraph, 6.5% of the fair market value of the vehicle; or

(ii) For a rental vehicle, 3.5% of the fair market value of the vehicle.

(2) If the vehicle formerly was a vehicle exempt from the tax imposed by this section, the tax shall be reduced by any amount previously paid by the present owner as a sales and use tax on the vehicle under Title 11 of the Tax – General Article.

(3) (i) If the vehicle was formerly titled and registered in another state and the present owner has paid a sales or excise tax to that state at a rate less than that imposed by this State, then the tax imposed shall apply but at a rate measured by the difference only between the tax rate paid to the other state and the tax rate imposed by this section, if the present owner has not been a Maryland resident for more than 60 days.

(ii) If the vehicle was formerly titled and registered in another state and the present owner requests to transfer the vehicle in accordance with § 13–810(c)(1) of this subtitle, the Administration shall change or correct the names contained in the certificate of title:

1. At the time the excise tax that is credited or imposed under this section is paid and a new title is issued; and

2. Without issuing multiple certificates of title or charging additional fees.

(iii) Except as provided in subsection (b)(2) of this section, the minimum tax imposed under this section shall be $100.

(d) Each applicant for a certificate of title or for registration under § 13–109(c) of this title shall submit to the Administration:

(1) The information that the Administration considers necessary as to:

(i) The time of purchase of the vehicle; and

(ii) The purchase price and other information relating to the determination of the fair market value of the vehicle which may include, but is not limited to:

1. Canceled checks;

2. Money order receipts;

3. Loan documents; or

4. A written description of the vehicle’s condition; and

(2) If the excise tax is based on the total purchase price of the vehicle as provided in subsection (a)(2)(iii)2A of this section, a notarized bill of sale that:

(i) Is designed by, and obtained from, the Administration;

(ii) Is signed by the buyer and the seller; and

(iii) Includes a statement explaining why the vehicle was sold at the price stated in the bill of sale.

(e) Any person who fails to pay the excise tax as required in this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000.

(f) The Administration shall adopt regulations to implement the provisions of this section.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-2116 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 21 / Section 13-2116
§13–2116.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “senior activity center” means a community or neighborhood facility in which a broad spectrum of services are organized and provided to senior citizens and their spouses, including health, social, nutritional, educational, and recreational services.

(b) A senior activity center may conduct a gaming event, bunco game, or card game in the center.

(c) A senior activity center may not:

(1) award a prize of money exceeding $50 to a winner in each session; or

(2) charge a participant more than $25 to play one session.

(d) Any money that remains after prizes are awarded shall be used to support future programming at the senior activity center.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-3501 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 35 / Section 13-3501
§13–3501.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Co–prescribing” means, with respect to an opioid overdose reversal drug, the practice of prescribing the drug in conjunction with an opioid prescription for a patient at an elevated risk of overdose.

(c) “Opioid overdose reversal drug” means naloxone or a similarly acting and equally safe drug that is approved by the federal Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of a known or suspected opioid overdose.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-218 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-218
§13–218.
Status: in_force

(a) All assets received by or on behalf of a campaign finance entity shall be:

(1) delivered to the treasurer; and

(2) maintained by the treasurer for the purposes of the campaign finance entity.

(b) (1) Assets of a campaign finance entity may be disbursed only:

(i) if they have passed through the hands of the treasurer; and

(ii) in accordance with the purposes of the entity.

(2) Subject to § 13–220(b)(2) and (c) of this subtitle and except as provided in subsection (d) of this section, the treasurer shall approve all disbursements for the campaign finance entity.

(c) The treasurer of a State or county central committee of a political party may not approve any disbursement of the central committee’s assets, or incur any liability on its behalf, without authority and direction from the chairman of the central committee.

(d) (1) If the treasurer of a campaign finance entity is temporarily unable to perform the duties of the office, the chairman of the campaign finance entity may approve a disbursement on behalf of the campaign finance entity in the same manner as the treasurer.

(2) If the chairman approves a disbursement under this subsection, within 7 days after approving the disbursement, the chairman shall submit a report to the treasurer for the account book of the campaign finance entity, including:

(i) a statement of the expenditure approved under the authority of the chairman;

(ii) the name and address of the person to whom the expenditure was made;

(iii) the purpose for which the expenditure was made; and

(iv) a copy of the receipt for the expenditure that was made.

(3) A chairman who is a candidate may not approve a disbursement for a campaign finance entity.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-908 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-908
§13–908.
Status: in_force

(a) If the tax collector determines that collection of financial institution franchise tax or income tax is not warranted because of the administration and collection costs involved, the tax collector may abate the tax or any interest, penalties or charges relative to the tax.

(b) (1) In this subsection, “public health emergency” includes:

(i) a national emergency declared by the President of the United States under the National Emergencies Act;

(ii) an emergency or major disaster declared by the President of the United States under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act;

(iii) a public health emergency declared by the Secretary of Health and Human Services under 42 U.S.C. § 247d; and

(iv) a catastrophic health emergency declared by the Governor under § 14–3A–02 of the Public Safety Article.

(2) The income tax imposed under this article shall be abated in the case of any individual:

(i) who dies while in active service as a member of the uniformed services, if such death occurs while serving in a combat zone or a public health emergency response area or as a result of wounds, disease, or injury incurred while so serving; or

(ii) who dies while a member of the uniformed services or civilian employee of the United States, if such death occurs as a result of wounds, disease, or injury incurred while the individual was a member of the uniformed services or civilian employee of the United States and which were incurred outside the United States in a public health emergency response or a terroristic or military action.

(3) The abatement of tax shall have the same effect and shall apply to the same taxable years as provided under § 692 of the Internal Revenue Code.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-703 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-703
§13–703.
Status: in_force

(a) Before an organization may conduct a gaming event, the organization shall obtain a permit from the county commissioners.

(b) An organization may conduct a gaming event in the county if the organization is:

(1) a volunteer fire company; or

(2) a bona fide:

(i) religious organization;

(ii) fraternal organization;

(iii) civic organization;

(iv) war veterans’ organization; or

(v) charitable organization.

(c) (1) The permit shall state:

(i) the nature of any gaming device to be operated at the gaming event; and

(ii) the frequency with which the gaming event will be conducted.

(2) The county commissioners may charge a reasonable fee for a permit.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 13-705 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-705
§13–705.
Status: in_force

A person may not willfully make a false statement on any application form, annual statement, or other document submitted to the Secretary under this title.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-2104 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 21 / Section 13-2104
§13–2104.
Status: reserved

(a) (1) The term of a member is 3 years.

(2) At the end of a term, a member continues to serve until a successor is appointed and qualifies.

(3) A member appointed to fill a vacancy in an unexpired term serves only for the remainder of the term and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.

(4) A member of the Advisory Board may not serve more than two consecutive terms.

(5) The terms of the members of the Advisory Board are staggered as required by the terms provided for members on October 1, 2005.

(b) The members of the Advisory Board shall elect a chair of the Advisory Board each year.

(c) A majority of the members present at a meeting shall constitute a quorum for transacting business or performing any duties.

(d) The Advisory Board shall meet at least once every other month.

(e) A member of the Advisory Board:

(1) May not receive compensation; but

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

(f) The Maryland Department of Health and the Department of Disabilities shall jointly provide staff support and technical assistance for the Advisory Board.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-1031 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1031
§13–1031.
Status: in_force

A person who engages in the business of a dealer, a distributor, a special fuel seller, a special fuel user, or a turbine fuel seller without a license or receives, sells, or transfers motor fuel in violation of § 9-337 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-1003 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 10 / Section 13A-1003
§13A–1003.
Status: in_force

An accused may be found guilty of an offense necessarily included in the offense charged or of an attempt to commit either the offense charged or an offense necessarily included therein.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-703 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-703
§13–703.
Status: in_force

(a) The Department may:

(1) Adopt regulations for the administration of the Program;

(2) Collect fees necessary for the administration of the Program;

(3) Issue and renew a certificate to a person meeting the requirements of this subtitle; and

(4) Approve educational training programs, including programs conducted by other State agencies or private entities.

(b) A certificate issued by the Department shall be valid for up to 1 year.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-511 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-511
§13–511.
Status: in_force

A register, on behalf of the State, or a person in interest may appeal to the Court of Special Appeals from an order or determination of an orphans’ court or a court exercising the jurisdiction of the orphans’ court that relates to the inheritance tax.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-914 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-914
§13–914.
Status: in_force

(a) When registered with the Administration, every motor vehicle operated as an ambulance, a mortician flower coach or service wagon, or a funeral limousine or coach is a Class C (funeral and ambulance) vehicle.

(b) For each Class C (funeral and ambulance) vehicle, the annual registration fee is:

(1) On or after July 1, 2024, but before July 1, 2025, $120.00; and

(2) On or after July 1, 2025, $130.00.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 13-201 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-201
§13–201.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Division of Consumer Protection in the Office of the Attorney General.

(b) The Division shall administer this subtitle.
Md. Code, Environment § 13-401 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-401
§13–401.
Status: in_force

This title does not affect any authority of a political subdivision of this State or any other unit of this State to adopt or enforce laws, ordinances, rules, or regulations that govern wells or the use of water.
Md. Code, Education § 13-506 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-506
§13–506.
Status: in_force

(a) With the approval of the Governor, the EMS Board shall appoint an Executive Director.

(b) The Executive Director serves at the pleasure of the EMS Board. The Executive Director is entitled to the salary provided in the State budget.

(c) Under the direction of the EMS Board, the Executive Director shall:

(1) Be the administrative head of the EMS Board;

(2) Be the administrative head of the Institute; and

(3) Perform any other duty or function that the EMS Board requires.

(d) Any foundation created by the EMS Board shall be subject to audit by the Office of Legislative Audits.
Md. Code, Education § 13-107 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-107
§13–107.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Program” or “TerpsEXCEED Program” means the University of Maryland, College Park Campus TerpsEXCEED (EXperiencing College through Education and Employment Discovery) Program.

(3) “University” means the University of Maryland, College Park Campus.

(b) For fiscal year 2027 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Governor may include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of $350,000 for the TerpsEXCEED Program at the University.

(c) (1) The funding provided under subsection (b) of this section may serve as a sustainable funding source for the management of the TerpsEXCEED Program to provide educational and employment opportunities to students with intellectual disabilities and to enable the Program’s future expansion.

(2) The funding provided under subsection (b) of this section may be used for:

(i) Advising and counseling students in the Program to assist with scheduling and registration for classes, outreach to professors, designing course modifications, providing in–class support and accommodations, and offering mentor tutoring;

(ii) Advising and counseling students in the Program to assist with calendar management;

(iii) Advising and counseling students in the Program to facilitate student club and activity choices;

(iv) Training and communicating with resident assistants and resident directors in the Program;

(v) Offering courses in peer mentorship in the Program;

(vi) Advising peer mentors in the Program;

(vii) Offering courses in career development in the Program;

(viii) Developing internship and job opportunities on and off campus, gathering supervisor feedback, and providing direct employment support, including goal setting and career planning for each student in the Program;

(ix) Connecting students in the Program with State agencies that support individuals with disabilities;

(x) Managing the use of self–directed waiver budgets for on–campus supports in the Program;

(xi) Managing financial aid systems for the Program;

(xii) Sharing resources needed for post–Program support; and

(xiii) Facilitating a cross–agency, integrated resource team for each student in the Program and any other customized programming or direct counseling that supports the well–being of each student in the Program and fosters specific opportunities for self–determination.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13-204 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-204
§13–204.
Status: in_force

(a) The general appropriations for the militia shall be exclusively applied to the necessary and contingent expenses of the office of the Adjutant General and to the equipment, maintenance, and general efficiency of the organized militia.

(b) (1) Except as provided in this title, unless authorized by the Adjutant General, a person may not make a purchase, incur a debt or expense, or expend money for the militia.

(2) (i) The Adjutant General shall adopt rules for the receipt and expenditure of all money that comes under the control of the Adjutant General.

(ii) The Adjutant General may require bond from persons involved in the receipt and expenditure of money that the Adjutant General designates.

(c) (1) The commanding officer of an organization or detachment of the organized militia that is on State active duty may purchase necessities that are absolutely required for the immediate use and care of the officer’s command.

(2) If a commanding officer on State active duty makes a purchase under this subsection, the commanding officer shall:

(i) take a receipt of the purchase in triplicate; and

(ii) promptly submit a report of the purchase through regular channels to the Department’s Finance Officer.

(3) The report shall contain:

(i) a list of the articles purchased;

(ii) the price of the articles; and

(iii) the receipts.

(d) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the Adjutant General shall audit and pay all bills and military accounts payable by the State.

(2) The Adjutant General shall follow as nearly as possible the financial operating procedures established by the United States Department of Defense.

(3) The Comptroller shall be the auditor of all accounts for property purchased by the Adjutant General.

(4) The Treasurer shall pay an audited military account from an appropriation made by the General Assembly, on the warrant of the Adjutant General, under the direction of the Governor.
Md. Code, Education § 13-802 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 8 / Section 13-802
§13–802.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine.

(b) In addition to the provisions of this subtitle the College is subject to the provisions of Title 11 (Maryland Higher Education Commission) of this article.

(c) The College shall be operated under the terms and conditions agreed to in:

(1) The Agreement of Regional Cooperation between the State of Maryland and the Commonwealth of Virginia, dated February 14, 1980; and

(2) The Agreement between Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and the University of Maryland, College Park Campus for a regional program in veterinary medical education, dated September 27, 1989.

(d) The College shall be operated as one school with an administrative head at each university.

(e) The student body of the College shall consist of 50 Virginia residents, 30 Maryland residents, and 10 at-large.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-230 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-230
§13–230.
Status: in_force

(a) A loan to a campaign finance entity is considered a contribution in the amount of the outstanding principal balance of the loan unless:

(1) the loan is from a financial institution or other entity in the business of making loans; or

(2) the loan is to the campaign finance entity of a candidate and:

(i) repayment of the loan is personally guaranteed by the candidate; and

(ii) the election cycle immediately following the election cycle in which the loan was made has not ended.

(b) (1) Subject to subsection (c)(2) of this section, uncharged interest on a loan is a contribution.

(2) Uncharged interest is the amount by which, during a reporting period, the interest actually charged on the loan is less than the interest on the loan computed at the prime rate applicable on the day the loan was made.

(c) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the terms of a loan to a campaign finance entity shall:

(i) be in writing;

(ii) include the lender’s name, address, and signature;

(iii) state the schedule for repayment of the loan;

(iv) state the interest rate of the loan; and

(v) be attached to the campaign finance report required of the entity under Subtitle 3 of this title for the reporting period during which the loan was made.

(2) (i) A loan by a candidate or the candidate’s spouse to a campaign finance entity of the candidate is not required to comply with paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(ii) Unless a loan by a candidate or the candidate’s spouse to a campaign finance entity of the candidate complies with paragraph (1) of this subsection:

1. the loan may not accrue interest;

2. any interest foregone on the loan is not a contribution under subsection (b) of this section; and

3. the campaign finance entity is not subject to:

A. § 13-310(a) and (b) of this title so long as the loan has an outstanding principal balance; and

B. subsection (a)(2)(ii) of this section.

(d) (1) A loan may not be made to a campaign finance entity of a candidate, or accepted on behalf of the entity, without the express written consent of the candidate.

(2) The written consent of the candidate constitutes the personal guarantee of the candidate for repayment of the loan only if the document expressly so provides.

(3) A copy of the candidate’s written consent shall be:

(i) furnished to the lender when the loan is made; and

(ii) attached to the campaign finance report required of the entity under Subtitle 3 of this title for the reporting period during which the loan was made.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-3703 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 37 / Section 13-3703
§13–3703.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Secretary of Health, or the Secretary’s designee, shall serve as the chair of the Advisory Committee.

(2) (i) From among its appointed members, the Advisory Committee annually shall elect a vice chair and a secretary.

(ii) The Advisory Committee shall determine:

1. The manner of election of the vice chair and the secretary; and

2. The duties of each officer.

(b) A majority of the members then serving on the Advisory Committee is a quorum.

(c) The Advisory Committee shall meet at least two times each year, at the times and places that the Advisory Committee determines, to make recommendations regarding the items listed under § 13–3704 of this subtitle.

(d) A member of the Advisory Committee is entitled to reimbursement for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations, as provided in the State budget.

(e) The Department shall provide staff support and technical assistance for the Advisory Committee.

(f) Written materials used to conduct the business of the Advisory Committee shall be provided in the preferred language of the Advisory Committee members, as necessary.

(g) Training or educational opportunities shall be made available to Advisory Committee members on the formal and informal processes that will be used to conduct the business of the Advisory Committee.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 13-533 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-533
§13–533.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, the law governing the sale of collateral securing an obligation in default governs a lienholder’s repossession and sale of property that has been seized under this subtitle.

(b) A lienholder may not be required to take possession of the property before the sale of the property.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-502 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-502
§13–502.
Status: in_force

As to contributions to the Montgomery County Executive, a member of the County Council of Montgomery County, or a candidate for either of those offices, Title 5, Subtitle 8, Part VI of the General Provisions Article may apply.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 13-801 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 13 / Subtitle 8 / Section 13-801
§13–801.
Status: in_force

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated, unless otherwise required by the context.

(b) “Bonds” means any bonds, notes, or other obligations of an issuer, the interest on which is exempt from federal taxation under the Code and the tax–exempt status of which is subject to the volume limitation established under § 146 of the Code.

(c) “Code” means the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and the applicable regulations thereunder.

(d) “Community Development Administration” means that division of the Department of Housing and Community Development established under Title 4, Subtitle 2 of the Housing and Community Development Article.

(e) “County” means any county in the State of Maryland and the City of Baltimore.

(f) “Housing bonds” means any “qualified mortgage bonds” and bonds for any “qualified residential rental project” as those terms are defined in the Code.

(g) “Issuer” means any State issuer or local issuer.

(h) “Local issuer” means any county, municipality, or industrial development authority established under Title 12, Subtitle 1 of the Economic Development Article, or other agency with authority to issue bonds, other than a State issuer.

(i) “Maryland State ceiling” means the volume limitation established pursuant to § 146 of the Code on the aggregate dollar amount of bonds that may be issued by State and local issuers in any calendar year.

(j) “Minority business enterprise” means the minority business enterprises as defined in § 14–301 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.

(k) “Municipality” means any municipal corporation subject to the provisions of Article XI–E of the Maryland Constitution.

(l) “Secretary” means the Secretary of Commerce.

(m) “Secretary’s reserve” means the allocation of the Maryland State ceiling initially made under § 13–802(4) of this subtitle and augmented under § 13–805 of this subtitle.

(n) “State issuer” means the State of Maryland or any agency of the State of Maryland with authority to issue bonds.
Md. Code, Environment § 13-313 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-313
§13–313.
Status: in_force

On the affirmative vote of at least 5 members of the Board, the Board may reinstate a license or reissue a license to any person whose license has been suspended.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 13-409 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-409
§13–409.
Status: in_force

In any action brought by the Attorney General under the provisions of this title, the Attorney General is entitled to recover the costs of the action for the use of the State.
Md. Code, Local Government § 13-204 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-204
§13–204.
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) Subject to any restriction or prohibition imposed by other public general law, the governing body of a county may license and regulate public amusements in the interest of public welfare.
Md. Code, Environment § 13-308 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-308
§13–308.
Status: in_force

(a) A license expires on the date set by the Board, unless the license is renewed for an additional term as provided in this section. A license may not be renewed for a term longer than 2 years.

(b) At least 1 month before the license expires, the Board shall send to the licensee, by first–class mail to the last known address of the licensee, a renewal notice that states:

(1) The date on which the current license expires;

(2) The date by which the renewal application must be received by the Board for the renewal to be issued and mailed before the license expires; and

(3) The amount of the renewal fee.

(c) Before the license expires, the licensee periodically may renew it for an additional 2–year term if the licensee:

(1) Otherwise is entitled to be licensed;

(2) Pays to the Board a renewal fee set by the Board; and

(3) Submits to the Board:

(i) A renewal application on the form that the Board requires;

(ii) Satisfactory evidence of compliance with the performance bond and contractor’s liability insurance requirements of the Board; and

(iii) Satisfactory evidence of compliance with any continuing education requirement established under this subtitle for license renewal.

(d) (1) Beginning July 1, 1985, within the license renewal period, each licensee shall comply with the continuing education requirements of this section as a precondition for the renewal of that license.

(2) A licensee shall complete 20 hours of approved continuing education instruction covering well drilling subject matter approved by the Board.

(3) (i) The Board shall approve the substance and form of each continuing education course, if the course is:

1. Offered by qualified instructors experienced in the well drilling industry and approved by the Board; or

2. Conducted by educational institutions approved by the Board.

(ii) The licensee is responsible for the cost of any continuing education course.

(4) The Board may waive the requirements of this subsection if a person can show just cause why that person is not able to meet the requirements.

(e) The Board may not require a licensee who applies for a renewal of the license to take an examination.

(f) The Board shall renew the license of each licensee who meets the requirements of this section.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-1003 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1003
§13–1003.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Council consists of the members described in this subsection.

(2) The voting members of the Council are:

(i) from Cecil County:

1. the County Executive; and

2. two members of the County Council, appointed by the County Council;

(ii) from Kent County, the three commissioners;

(iii) from Queen Anne’s County, three commissioners, appointed by the Board of County Commissioners;

(iv) three municipal elected officials, one from each county, appointed by:

1. their respective municipal corporations; or

2. the Eastern Shore Municipal Association if the municipal corporations are unable to appoint a member within a reasonable time; and

(v) if the majority of the member’s legislative district is in the region, each member of the General Assembly representing the region.

(3) The nonvoting members of the Council are:

(i) each commissioner in the region who is not appointed under paragraph (2) of this subsection;

(ii) each county council member of the region who is not appointed under paragraph (2) of this subsection;

(iii) each other member of the General Assembly representing the region if the majority of the member’s legislative district is not in the region; and

(iv) three county administrators, one from each county.

(4) The bylaws of the Council may provide for additional members who are private individuals.

(b) (1) A member appointed under subsection (a)(2)(i), (ii), or (iii) of this section may designate another commissioner or a county administrator representing the same county to vote by proxy for the member when the member is absent from a meeting.

(2) A member who designates a proxy shall inform the Executive Director in advance of the meeting.

(c) (1) A member who qualifies because of the member’s elected or appointed position is a member of the Council only during the member’s term of office in the elected or appointed position.

(2) At the end of a term, a member continues to serve until a successor is appointed and qualifies.

(d) Council membership is not an office of profit.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-3603 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 36 / Section 13-3603
§13–3603.
Status: in_force

A law enforcement agency may not publicly publish the exact address of an overdose location unless there is a valid public safety concern.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-228 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-228
§13–228.
Status: reserved

A political action committee that makes a transfer to the campaign finance entity of a candidate or to a slate shall:

(1) display its official name, as filed with the State Board under this subtitle, in a prominent place on the face of the check by which the funds are transferred; and

(2) include in a prominent place on the face of the check:

(i) the words “political action committee” or the notation “PAC”, to indicate that the transferor is a political action committee; or

(ii) if the political action committee is organized under Maryland law, the words “Maryland registered political action committee” or the notation “MD registered PAC” to indicate that the transferor is a Maryland political action committee.
Md. Code, Local Government § 13-506 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-506
§13–506.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a person who violates a rule or regulation adopted under § 13–503 of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine of not less than $25.

(2) Each day on which a violation continues is a separate offense.

(b) (1) This subsection applies only to a code county in the Western Maryland class.

(2) The county commissioners may:

(i) provide that a violation of a rule or regulation adopted under § 13–503 of this subtitle is a civil infraction under Title 11, Subtitle 2 of this article; or

(ii) abate, or contract for the abatement of, a violation at the expense of the owner of the real property on which the violation occurred.

(3) (i) An unpaid charge imposed on an owner of real property under paragraph (2)(ii) of this subsection is a lien against the real property on which the violation occurred.

(ii) The lien shall be recorded in the office of the clerk for the county where the violation occurred.