Md. Code, Real Property § 11A-122 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 11A / Subtitle 1 / Section 11A-122
§11A–122.
Status: in_force

(a) The Commission may issue regulations and orders consistent with this title.

(b) The Commission may bring suit in the appropriate court to enforce this title and may intervene in any action involving a registered developer.

(c) The Commission may accept grants in aid from any governmental source and may contract with agencies charged with similar functions in furtherance of the objectives of this title.

(d) The Commission may cooperate with agencies performing similar functions to develop uniform filing procedures and forms, disclosure standards, and administrative practices.

(e) If the Commission determines, after notice and hearing, that any person has disseminated or caused to be disseminated any false or misleading promotional materials in connection with a time-share, or that any person has otherwise violated any provision of this title or the Commission’s regulations or orders, the Commission may issue an order to cease and desist from that conduct, to comply with the provisions of this title and the Commission’s regulations and orders, or to take affirmative action to correct conditions resulting from that conduct or failure to comply.

(f) (1) The Commission may initiate investigations to determine whether any representation in any document or information filed with the Commission is false or misleading or whether any person has engaged, is engaging, or is about to engage in any unlawful act or practice.

(2) In the course of any investigation or hearing, the Commission may subpoena witnesses and documents, administer oaths and affirmations, and adduce evidence. If a person fails to comply with a subpoena or to answer questions propounded during the investigation or hearing, the Commission may apply to an appropriate court to secure compliance.

(g) (1) If the applicant or developer fails to demonstrate financial solvency, the Commission may deny an application for a certificate of registration or revoke a certificate of registration already granted.

(2) The Commission may adopt regulations under paragraph (1) of this subsection requiring an applicant or developer to:

(i) Provide information;

(ii) Grant access to records; and

(iii) Otherwise demonstrate financial solvency.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 11-501 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-501
§11–501.
Status: in_force

(a) A buyer who fails to pay the sales and use tax on a purchase or use subject to the tax to the vendor as required in § 11–403 of this title or to a marketplace facilitator as required in § 11–403.1 of this title or who is required by regulation to file a return for a purchase or use subject to the tax shall complete, under oath, and file with the Comptroller a sales and use tax return:

(1) on or before the 20th day of the month that follows the month in which the buyer makes that purchase or use; and

(2) for other periods and on other dates that the Comptroller specifies, by regulation, including periods in which the buyer does not make any purchase or use subject to the sales and use tax.

(b) The return shall state for the period that the return covers:

(1) the total value of the tangible personal property, digital code, digital product, or taxable service that is subject to the sales and use tax; and

(2) the sales and use tax due.
Md. Code, Education § 11-705 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 11 / Subtitle 7 / Section 11-705
§11–705.
Status: in_force

The Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of at least $750,000 from the General Fund of the State for the College Preparation Intervention Program.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 11-208 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-208
§11–208.
Status: in_force

(a) The employee with the most seniority points shall be the first employee to be reinstated in the class from which the employee was laid off or from which the employee was separated under § 11–302 of this title or to any lower class in the same job series within the principal department or other independent unit in which the layoff or separation under § 11–302 of this title occurred.

(b) Reinstatement to a comparable class to which the Secretary has certified employees who were laid off or who were separated under § 11–302 of this title shall be made from among the five laid–off or separated employees with the most seniority points who are certified to the class.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 11-203 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-203
§11–203.
Status: in_force

In making the appointments, the Governor shall designate a chair from among the members of the Board.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 11-703 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 11 / Subtitle 7 / Section 11-703
§11–703.
Status: in_force

The Commission may issue a license to the licensee to hold racing on 2 race meetings a year for quarter horse racing at the Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 11-1505 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 11 / Subtitle 15 / Section 11-1505
§11–1505.
Status: in_force

(a) In evaluating the applications submitted under § 11–1504 of this subtitle and selecting eligible employers to receive a matching grant under the Program, the Division shall secure matching cash contributions or other consideration for training programs during the immediately following calendar year in an amount at least equal in value to the amount requested from the Program.

(b) (1) The Division may not award a matching grant that exceeds $50,000 each year to an eligible employer.

(2) If the Division received applications for matching grants totaling more than the amount of funds appropriated for the Program for a fiscal year, the Division shall award the grants on a pro rata basis.

(c) A matching grant awarded under the Program shall be valid for 1 calendar year.

(d) An eligible employer receiving a matching grant under the Program shall use the grant to supplement, and not supplant, the amount of funds that, in the absence of the grant, would be available to pay for the training programs to be attended by health care workers during the immediately following calendar year.

(e) An eligible employer receiving a grant under the Program shall:

(1) provide to each health care worker who is considering enrolling in a training program information relating to the wage increase required to be provided under item (2) of this subsection to health care workers on completion of a training program; and

(2) provide a wage increase that is commensurate with current labor market trends to a health care worker who completes and receives a certification for a training program for which a grant has been awarded under the Program.

(f) (1) If an eligible employer and an employee organization or union bargain collectively to create a training and upgrading fund that provides educational and job training programs and benefits health care workers, any grant money for an employee who is a member of a bargaining unit awarded to the employer under the Program shall pass through the fund.

(2) The training and upgrading fund shall report to the Division, in the manner specified by the Division, when grant money is expended by the training and upgrading fund.
Md. Code, Education § 11-1401 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 11 / Subtitle 14 / Section 11-1401
§11–1401.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “CompTIA” means the Computing Technology Industry Association.

(c) “Governing entity” means:

(1) The Board of Trustees of Baltimore City Community College;

(2) The President of Bowie State University;

(3) The President of Coppin State University;

(4) The Board of Regents of Morgan State University;

(5) The President of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore; and

(6) The President of the University of Maryland Baltimore County Training Centers.

(d) “Program” means a Cyber Warrior Diversity Program.

(e) “Successful completer” means a student who enrolled in and successfully completed the Program.
Md. Code, Transportation § 11-175.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-175.1
§11–175.
Status: in_force

§11–175.1.

(a) “Vanpool operation” means any nonprofit commuter service provided by or organized by an employee or an employee organization, or by a company or a group of companies for its employees, or by an individual or group of individuals; and which:

(1) Transports commuters exclusively between their place of residence and their place of employment, or termini near such places; and

(2) Uses motor vehicles that are Class J vans having a seating capacity for no less than seven nor more than 15 passengers, including the driver.

(b) “Vanpool operation” does not include a service provided by one company for another company’s employees under a contract or agreement.
Md. Code, Local Government § 11-507 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-507
§11–507.
Status: in_force

In the event of a conflict, federal law, State law, or written program guidance issued by a unit of the federal or State government shall preempt a rule or regulation adopted or any other action taken under this subtitle.
Md. Code, State Government § 11-404 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 11 / Subtitle 4 / Section 11-404
§11–404.
Status: in_force

(a) Each State unit that has authority to issue a development permit shall help the Coordinator to develop an appendix to the State master application form designed to supplement the information on the form and provide the particular information that the State unit needs to issue its development permit.

(b) The form of the appendices shall be as similar as possible.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 11-401 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 11 / Subtitle 4 / Section 11-401
§11–401.
Status: in_force

The intent, purposes and objectives of this subtitle are to:

(1) encourage the development of an apprenticeship and training system through the voluntary cooperation of management, labor, and interested State agencies in cooperation with other states and the federal government;

(2) provide for the establishment and furtherance of standards of apprenticeship and training to safeguard the welfare of apprentices and trainees;

(3) contribute to a healthy economy by aiding in the development and maintenance of a skilled labor force sufficient in numbers and quality to meet the expanding needs of Maryland industry and to attract new industry;

(4) open to young people the opportunity to obtain training in skilled trades and other on–the–job occupations which will equip them for profitable employment and citizenship;

(5) establish an apprenticeship and training council and authorize the appointment of a Director;

(6) set up a program of planned apprenticeship under registered agreements, meeting standards established by the Office of Apprenticeship, U.S. Department of Labor; and

(7) promote employment opportunities for young people under conditions providing adequate training and reasonable earnings.
Md. Code, Correctional Services § 11-1007 — MD Code / Article gcs / Title 11 / Subtitle 10 / Section 11-1007
§11–1007.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, an internal investigation unit may not bring administrative charges against a correctional officer unless the unit files the charges within 1 year after the act that gives rise to the charges comes to the attention of the managing official.

(b) The 1–year limitation of subsection (a) of this section does not apply to charges that relate to criminal activity or excessive force.
Md. Code, Insurance § 11-603 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 11 / Subtitle 6 / Section 11-603
§11–603.
Status: in_force

(a) A carrier subject to this subtitle may not charge a premium to a contract holder or to an individual covered under a health benefit plan before the applicable premium rate is filed with and approved by the Commissioner.

(b) A carrier subject to this subtitle may not change the premium charged to a contract holder or to an individual covered under a health benefit plan until the applicable premium rate change has been filed with and approved by the Commissioner.

(c) (1) Any applicable premium rate or premium rate change of a carrier subject to this subtitle shall be filed with the Commissioner:

(i) for insurers, in accordance with § 12–203 of this article and regulations adopted under Title 31, Subtitle 10 of the Code of Maryland Regulations;

(ii) for nonprofit health service plans, in accordance with § 14–126 of this article; and

(iii) for health maintenance organizations, in accordance with § 19–713 of the Health – General Article and regulations adopted under Title 31, Subtitle 12 of the Code of Maryland Regulations.

(2) (i) The Commissioner shall disapprove or modify a proposed premium rate filing if the proposed premium rates appear, based on statistical analysis and reasonable assumptions, to be inadequate, unfairly discriminatory, or excessive in relation to benefits.

(ii) In determining whether to disapprove or modify a premium rate filing of a carrier, the Commissioner shall consider, to the extent appropriate:

1. past and prospective loss experience in and outside the State;

2. underwriting practice and judgment;

3. a reasonable margin for reserve needs;

4. past and prospective expenses, both countrywide and those specifically applicable to the State; and

5. any other relevant factors in and outside the State.

(3) (i) Each premium rate filing and any supporting information filed under this subtitle shall be open to public inspection as soon as filed.

(ii) A carrier may request a finding by the Commissioner that certain information filed with the Commissioner be considered confidential commercial information under § 4–335 of the General Provisions Article and not subject to public inspection.

(iii) On request and payment of a reasonable fee, a person may obtain copies of a premium rate filing and any supporting information.

(d) Notwithstanding the Commissioner’s previous approval of a premium rate filing of a carrier subject to this section, the Commissioner, at any time, may require the carrier to demonstrate that, based on statistical analysis and reasonable assumptions and considering the factors listed in subsection (c)(2) of this section, its premium rates for a health benefit plan are not inadequate, unfairly discriminatory, or excessive in relation to benefits.

(e) (1) If, after the applicable review period, the Commissioner finds that the premium rates in a premium rate filing of a carrier subject to this section are inadequate, unfairly discriminatory, or excessive, as determined under subsection (c)(2) of this section, the Commissioner shall issue to the carrier an order that:

(i) specifies the reasons why the premium rate filing is inadequate, unfairly discriminatory, or excessive in relation to benefits under subsection (c)(2) of this section; and

(ii) states when, within a reasonable period after the order, the premium rate filing will no longer be effective.

(2) (i) The Commissioner shall hold a hearing before issuing an order under paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(ii) The Commissioner shall give written notice of the hearing to the carrier at least 10 days before the hearing.

(iii) The written notice shall specify the matters to be considered at the hearing.

(3) An order issued under paragraph (1) of this subsection does not affect a health benefit plan issued or delivered before the expiration of the period stated in the order.

(f) Each decision or finding of the Commissioner about premium rates made under this subtitle is subject to judicial review in accordance with Subtitle 5 of this title.
Md. Code, State Government § 11-505 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-505
§11–505.
Status: in_force

An applicant who requires a development permit from a local government and a development permit from a State unit may request a joint hearing before the local government and the State unit from which the development permits are required.
Md. Code, Transportation § 11-172 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-172
§11–172.
Status: in_force

“Truck tractor” means the noncargo carrying power unit that operates in combination with a semitrailer or trailer, except that a truck tractor and semitrailer engaged in the transportation of automobiles or boats may transport motor vehicles or boats on part of the power unit.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 11-1801 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 11 / Subtitle 18 / Section 11-1801
§11–1801.
Status: in_force

Title 4, Subtitle 4 (“Renewal of Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article applies in the county without exception or variation.
Md. Code, Human Services § 11-102 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-102
§11–102.
Status: in_force

The General Assembly finds and declares that:

(1) there is a need to provide equal access to the system of justice for individuals seeking redress of grievances;

(2) reduction of federal funds has diminished the availability of legal services provided by existing statewide legal services programs;

(3) there is a need to continue and expand legal assistance to those who would otherwise be unable to afford adequate legal counsel;

(4) the availability of legal services reaffirms faith in our government of laws;

(5) the funding of legal assistance programs for those who are unable to afford legal counsel will serve the ends of justice and the general welfare of the public; and

(6) attorneys providing legal assistance must have full freedom to protect the best interests of their clients in keeping with the Maryland Rules of Professional Conduct and the high standards of the legal profession.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 11-521 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-521
§11–521.
Status: in_force

(a) A mortgage lender shall require a borrower to provide the mortgage lender with independent evidence of the commercial purpose of the loan where the loan is:

(1) Secured, in whole or in part, by any interest in a dwelling or residential real estate in Maryland; and

(2) In excess of $75,000.

(b) Other than the requirements of subsection (a) of this section, a mortgage lender is not required to make an independent investigation to obtain independent evidence of the commercial purpose.
Md. Code, Real Property § 11A-118 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 11A / Subtitle 1 / Section 11A-118
§11A–118.
Status: in_force

(a) A developer shall furnish each purchaser a copy of the sales contract which contains the following information:

(1) The date the contract is executed by each party;

(2) The name and address of the developer;

(3) The total financial obligation of the purchaser, including the initial purchase price and any additional charges, time-share expenses, or facility fees;

(4) A description of the time-share period being sold, including whether any interest in real property is being conveyed and the number of years constituting the term of the time-share plan;

(5) The estimated date of completion of construction of each unit or common element which is not completed at the time the sales contract is executed; and

(6) Immediately before the space for the signature of the purchaser, in conspicuous type, subject to the provisions of § 11A-114(a)(3), the following statements are to be inserted:

“You may cancel this contract without any penalty or obligation within 10 days from the date of this contract, or until 10 days after you receive the public offering statement, or the time-share unit meets all building requirements and is ready for occupancy, whichever last occurs.

If you decide to cancel this contract, you must notify the developer in writing, in which case, your notice of cancellation shall be effective on the date sent provided it is actually received by the developer and shall be sent to (name of developer) at (address of developer).

Any attempt to obtain a waiver of your cancellation rights is unlawful. While you may execute all documents in advance, the closing, as evidenced by delivery of the deed or other document, before expiration of your 10 day cancellation period, is prohibited.”

(b) If a time-share license is being conveyed, the contract shall also contain, in conspicuous type, the following statement:

“You may also cancel this contract, at any time after the accommodations or facilities at the time-share project are no longer available as provided in this contract and the public offering statement.”

(c) A statement that, in the event of cancellation of the contract within the 10-day period, a refund shall be made within 20 business days after receipt of notice of cancellation, or within 5 days after receipt of funds from the purchaser’s cleared check, whichever is later.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 11-1307 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 11 / Subtitle 13 / Section 11-1307
§11–1307.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a BWT beer and wine tasting license.

(b) The Board may issue the license to a holder of a Class A beer, wine, and liquor license or Class A beer and wine license.

(c) The license authorizes a license holder to allow on–premises consumption of beer and light wine for tasting.

(d) The license holder may serve to an individual:

(1) light wine in a quantity of not more than 1 ounce from each offering; and

(2) beer in a quantity of not more than 3 ounces.

(e) In addition to the Class A annual fee, the annual license fee is $150.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 11-509 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-509
§11–509.
Status: in_force

If a sheriff sells any interest of the defendant in any property, he shall convey it to the purchaser upon payment of the purchase price.
Md. Code, Transportation § 11-149 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-149
§11–149.
Status: in_force

“Resident” means any person:

(1) Who is domiciled in this State;

(2) (i) Who owns, leases, or rents a primary place of residence in this State; and

(ii) Who regardless of the person’s domicile resides in this State for more than a year;

(3) (i) Who maintains a main or branch office or warehouse facility in this State; and

(ii) Who bases and operates motor vehicles intrastate in this State; or

(4) Who has filed as a Maryland resident for income tax purposes.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 11-1404 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 11 / Subtitle 14 / Section 11-1404
§11–1404.
Status: in_force

(a) Each year, the Division shall issue a request for applications from eligible entities for matching grants offered under the Program.

(b) To receive a matching grant under the Program, an eligible entity shall submit to the Division with the entity’s application a project plan for each project to be developed and carried out, or for activities to be continued, with the grant.

(c) A project plan submitted by an eligible entity under subsection (b) of this section shall include a description of:

(1) current or projected job openings for, or relevant labor market information related to, direct care workers in the region to be served by the project, and the geographic scope of the workforce to be served by the project;

(2) specific efforts and strategies that the project will undertake to reduce barriers to the recruitment, retention, or advancement of direct care workers;

(3) if applicable, any other innovative models or processes the eligible entity will implement to support the retention of direct care workers;

(4) the supportive services and benefits to be provided to direct care workers to support the retention of direct care workers;

(5) how the eligible entity will make use of career planning to support the identification of advancement opportunities and career pathways for direct care workers in the region to be served by the project;

(6) how the eligible entity will collect and submit to the Division workforce data and outcomes of the project;

(7) an assurance that any benefit or service provided under the project will be provided at no cost to direct care workers or individuals assisted by direct care workers;

(8) how the eligible entity will consult with direct care workers, representatives of direct care workers, individuals assisted by direct care workers, and the families of individuals assisted by direct care workers throughout the project;

(9) the methods the eligible entity will use to inform participants in the project about their rights as direct care workers; and

(10) outreach efforts to individuals for participation in the project, including targeted outreach efforts to:

(i) individuals who are recipients of, or eligible for, assistance under a State program funded under Part A of Title IV of the Social Security Act; and

(ii) individuals who have barriers to employment.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 11-703 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 11 / Subtitle 7 / Section 11-703
§11–703.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Subject to subsections (b) and (c) of this section, if a person is convicted of a sexually violent offense, the State’s Attorney before sentencing may ask the court to determine whether the person is a sexually violent predator.

(2) If the State’s Attorney makes a request under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the court shall determine, before or at sentencing, whether the person is a sexually violent predator.

(b) In making a determination under subsection (a) of this section, the court shall consider:

(1) evidence that the court considers appropriate to the determination of whether the person is a sexually violent predator, including the presentencing investigation and sexually violent offender’s incarcerated individual record;

(2) evidence introduced by the person convicted; and

(3) at the request of the State’s Attorney, evidence that a victim of the sexually violent offense presents.

(c) The State’s Attorney may not ask a court to determine whether a person is a sexually violent predator under this section unless the State’s Attorney serves written notice of intent to make the request on the defendant or the defendant’s counsel at least 30 days before trial.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 11-625 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 11 / Subtitle 6 / Section 11-625
§11–625.
Status: in_force

There is a Maryland Standardbred Race Fund Advisory Committee, under the jurisdiction of the Commission, in the Department.
Md. Code, State Government § 11-102 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-102
§11–102.
Status: in_force

(a) The General Assembly finds that:

(1) the varying and time consuming procedures in obtaining necessary development permits from local governments and State units placed onerous burdens on persons or governmental units undertaking development projects;

(2) the former methods for permitting public comment on development projects were cumbersome and time consuming, placed undue hardship on members of the public, and inhibited the public’s ability to present its views to local governments and State units granting development permits; and

(3) it is desirable to ensure prompt, reasonable, and decisive action on development permits and to provide for a consolidation of the fact-finding processes involved in issuing development permits to:

(i) eliminate unnecessary delay, unreasonable expense, and duplication of effort in obtaining necessary development permits, in order to foster development projects that are in the economic, social, and environmental interest of the citizens of the State; and

(ii) remove impediments to the effective expression of public comment on these development projects, in order to safeguard against the approval of development projects that are not in the economic, social, and environmental interest of the citizens of the State.

(b) The purposes of this title are to coordinate and to expedite administrative decision making by:

(1) consolidating application procedures to help those persons or governmental units that must obtain development permits from 1 or more local governments and State units;

(2) consolidating hearings to help local governments and State units in obtaining all relevant information as to applications on which they must act; and

(3) requiring action on all applications for development permits within a reasonable time, whether or not subject to consolidated procedures.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 11-2801 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 11 / Subtitle 28 / Section 11-2801
§11–2801.
Status: in_force

Section 6–402 (“General penalty”) of Division I of this article applies in the county.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 11-315 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-315
§11–315.
Status: in_force

The authority may:

(1) adopt bylaws for the conduct of its business;

(2) adopt a seal;

(3) maintain offices in the State;

(4) accept loans, grants, or assistance of any kind from the federal or State government, a local government, or a private source;

(5) enter into contracts and other legal instruments;

(6) sue and be sued in its own name;

(7) acquire, purchase, hold, lease as lessee, and use any franchise, patent, or license and real, personal, mixed, tangible, or intangible property, or any interest in property, necessary or convenient to carry out its purposes;

(8) sell, lease as lessor, transfer, and dispose of its property or interest in property;

(9) fix and collect rates, rentals, fees, and charges for services and facilities the authority provides or makes available;

(10) with the owner’s permission, enter land, waters, or premises to make a survey, sounding, boring, or examination to accomplish a purpose authorized by this subtitle;

(11) exercise a power usually possessed by a private corporation in performing similar functions, unless to do so would conflict with State law or unless the action or decision of the authority would impose liability on the State or any county; and

(12) do all things necessary or convenient to carry out the powers expressly granted by this subtitle.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 11-410 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 11 / Subtitle 4 / Section 11-410
§11–410.
Status: in_force

(a) A license is not transferable.

(b) (1) Each licensee shall conspicuously post, in 48 point or larger type, at each licensed location the following information:

(i) The licensee’s unique identifier; and

(ii) A statement advising consumers of the availability of the NMLS Consumer Access website to verify the licensing status of the licensee.

(2) Each licensee shall conspicuously display the following information on the licensee’s website, any software application accessible to the public and used to engage in business as a sales finance company, and profile page within each social media platform the licensee uses:

(i) The licensee’s unique identifier; and

(ii) A link to the NMLS Consumer Access website.

(c) A licensee is not required to post the information required in subsection (b)(1) of this section at a licensed location if the licensee does not regularly grant access to that licensed location to members of the general public.
Md. Code, Transportation § 11-167 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-167
§11–167.
Status: in_force

“Traffic control device” means any sign, signal, marking, or device that:

(1) Is not inconsistent with the Maryland Vehicle Law; and

(2) Is placed by authority of an authorized public body or official to regulate, warn, or guide traffic.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 11-1201 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 11 / Subtitle 12 / Section 11-1201
§11–1201.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Improper means” includes theft, bribery, misrepresentation, breach or inducement of a breach of a duty to maintain secrecy, or espionage through electronic or other means.

(c) “Misappropriation” means the:

(1) Acquisition of a trade secret of another by a person who knows or has reason to know that the trade secret was acquired by improper means; or

(2) Disclosure or use of a trade secret of another without express or implied consent by a person who:

(i) Used improper means to acquire knowledge of the trade secret; or

(ii) At the time of disclosure or use, knew or had reason to know that the person’s knowledge of the trade secret was:

1. Derived from or through a person who had utilized improper means to acquire it;

2. Acquired under circumstances giving rise to a duty to maintain its secrecy or limit its use; or

3. Derived from or through a person who owed a duty to the person seeking relief to maintain its secrecy or limit its use; or

(iii) Before a material change of the person’s position, knew or had reason to know that it was a trade secret and that knowledge of it had been acquired by accident or mistake.

(d) “Person” means an individual, corporation, business trust, statutory trust, estate, trust, partnership, association, joint venture, government, governmental subdivision or agency, or any other legal or commercial entity.

(e) “Trade secret” means information, including a formula, pattern, compilation, program, device, method, technique, or process, that:

(1) Derives independent economic value, actual or potential, from not being generally known to, and not being readily ascertainable by proper means by, other persons who can obtain economic value from its disclosure or use; and

(2) Is the subject of efforts that are reasonable under the circumstances to maintain its secrecy.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 11-306 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-306
§11–306.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not knowingly procure or solicit or offer to procure or solicit prostitution or assignation.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.

(c) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, in a prosecution under this section, it is an affirmative defense of duress if the defendant committed the act as a result of being a victim of an act of another in violation of Title 3, Subtitle 11 of this article or the prohibition against human trafficking under federal law.

(2) A defendant may not assert the affirmative defense provided in paragraph (1) of this subsection unless the defendant notifies the State’s Attorney of the defendant’s intention to assert the defense at least 10 days prior to trial.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 11-311 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-311
§11–311.
Status: in_force

A party to a proceeding before the Commission who is aggrieved by a final decision of the Commission in a contested case, as defined in § 10-202 of the State Government Article, may take an appeal as allowed in §§ 10-222 and 10-223 of the State Government Article.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 11-303 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-303
§11–303.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not knowingly:

(1) engage in prostitution or assignation by any means; or

(2) occupy a building, structure, or conveyance for prostitution or assignation.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.

(c) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, in a prosecution under this section, it is an affirmative defense of duress if the defendant committed the act as a result of being a victim of an act of another in violation of Title 3, Subtitle 11 of this article or the prohibition against human trafficking under federal law.

(2) A defendant may not assert the affirmative defense provided in paragraph (1) of this subsection unless the defendant notifies the State’s Attorney of the defendant’s intention to assert the defense at least 10 days prior to trial.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 11-607 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 11 / Subtitle 6 / Section 11-607
§11–607.
Status: in_force

(a) When an applicant for a license files the application and pays the fees required by § 11–604 of this subtitle, the Commissioner shall conduct an investigation to determine if the applicant meets the requirements of § 11–605 of this subtitle.

(b) The Commissioner shall issue a license to an applicant who meets the requirements of § 11–605 of this subtitle.

(c) If the Commissioner notifies an applicant that the application is incomplete:

(1) The Commissioner’s notice shall itemize the steps which the applicant must take to complete the application; and

(2) The application may not be approved until after the applicant supplies or completes all items and steps identified in the Commissioner’s notice.

(d) The Commissioner may deny an application:

(1) If the applicant fails to qualify for a license under this subtitle; or

(2) For any reason that a license may be revoked or suspended under this subtitle or a mortgage lender license may be suspended or revoked under § 11–517 of this title.

(e) The Commissioner shall approve or deny an application within 60 days after the Commissioner receives a completed application.
Md. Code, Human Services § 11-407 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 11 / Subtitle 4 / Section 11-407
§11–407.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The accounts of the Corporation shall be audited annually.

(2) The audits shall be conducted in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards by an independent certified public accountant.

(b) (1) An audit under this section shall be conducted where the accounts of the Corporation are normally kept.

(2) If owned or in use by the Corporation and necessary to facilitate the audit, the Corporation shall make available to the auditor all:

(i) books;

(ii) accounts;

(iii) financial records;

(iv) reports;

(v) files; and

(vi) other papers or property.

(3) Full facilities for verifying transactions with the balances and securities held by depositories, fiscal agents, and custodians shall be available to the auditors.

(c) The report of the annual audit shall:

(1) be submitted to the Governor, the Department of Budget and Management and, subject to § 2-1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly; and

(2) be available for public inspection during business hours at the principal office of the Corporation.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 11-619 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 11 / Subtitle 6 / Section 11-619
§11–619.
Status: in_force

(a) Each mortgage loan originator shall be covered by a surety bond in accordance with this section.

(b) (1) A mortgage loan originator who is an employee of a person subject to licensure under Subtitle 5 of this title may use the surety bond of that person to meet the mortgage loan originator’s surety bond requirement.

(2) A mortgage loan originator who is an employee of a person exempt from licensure under Subtitle 5 of this title may use a surety bond of the person to meet the mortgage loan originator’s surety bond requirement, provided the surety bond meets the requirements, based on mortgage loan volume, under § 11–508 of this title.

(c) A licensee who is an affiliated insurance producer–mortgage loan originator shall be deemed in compliance with this section if the licensee:

(1) Holds a surety bond that would satisfy the surety bond requirements under § 11–508 of this title if the affiliated insurance producer–mortgage loan originator were a licensee under Subtitle 5 of this title; or

(2) Is covered under a blanket surety bond held by the financial institution or mortgage lender licensee identified in § 11–603.1(a)(3) of this subtitle if the blanket surety bond:

(i) Covers all affiliated insurance producer–mortgage loan originators; and

(ii) Is in the amount of $1,000,000 or another amount as required by the Commissioner by regulation.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 11-201.1 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-201.1
§11–201.
Status: in_force

§11–201.1.

(a) In this section, “bulk vending machine” means a vending machine that:

(1) contains unsorted merchandise; and

(2) on insertion of a coin, dispenses the unsorted merchandise in approximately equal portions at random and without selection by the customer.

(b) The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of tangible personal property through a bulk vending machine for a taxable price of 75 cents or less.
Md. Code, Transportation § 11-103 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-103
§11–103.
Status: in_force

“Administrator” means the Motor Vehicle Administrator.
Md. Code, Insurance § 11-311 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-311
§11–311.
Status: in_force

On written application of an insurer that states its reasons for requesting the rate, accompanied by the written consent of the insured or prospective insured, filed with and approved by the Commissioner, a rate in excess of that provided by a filing otherwise applicable may be used on a specific risk.
Md. Code, Correctional Services § 11-405 — MD Code / Article gcs / Title 11 / Subtitle 4 / Section 11-405
§11–405.
Status: in_force

(a) The governing body:

(1) shall have full and complete jurisdiction and control over all:

(i) real property leased in connection with a correctional farm; and

(ii) personal property used in connection with a correctional farm; and

(2) may acquire by lease, purchase, or otherwise all real property, equipment, food, uniforms, clothing, books, ledgers, stationery, and other supplies necessary to carry out this subtitle.

(b) The county officials who are required by law to maintain, operate, and administer the local correctional facilities in a county shall maintain, operate, and administer any correctional farm established under this subtitle in the county.

(c) With the advice of the individual in charge of farming operations at a correctional farm, the governing body shall determine:

(1) the crops to be planted and grown on the correctional farm or real property held under lease; and

(2) the acreage for each crop.

(d) To the extent expedient, produce or proceeds from the sale of produce from the correctional farm shall be used to feed incarcerated individuals committed to the correctional farm.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 11-201 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-201
§11–201.
Status: in_force

(a) The purposes and policies of this Division II include:

(1) providing for increased confidence in State procurement;

(2) ensuring fair and equitable treatment of all persons who deal with the State procurement system;

(3) providing safeguards for maintaining a State procurement system of quality and integrity;

(4) fostering effective broad–based competition in the State through support of the free enterprise system;

(5) promoting increased long–term economic efficiency and responsibility in the State by encouraging the use of recycled materials;

(6) providing increased economy in the State procurement system;

(7) getting the maximum benefit from the purchasing power of the State;

(8) simplifying, clarifying, and modernizing the law that governs State procurement;

(9) allowing the continued development of procurement regulations, policies, and practices in the State; and

(10) promoting development of uniform State procurement procedures to the extent possible.

(b) Unless otherwise indicated, this Division II shall be construed liberally and applied to promote the purposes and policies enumerated in subsection (a) of this section.

(c) If a provision of this Division II is inconsistent with a federal law, regulation, or grant agreement or other federal requirement that governs procurement or a procurement contract or with the terms of a gift, as defined in § 1–109 of the General Provisions Article, the federal requirement or the terms of the gift control the procurement or procurement contract.

(d) (1) In this subsection, “bundle” means the consolidation of two or more procurement requirements for supplies or services previously provided or performed under separate contracts into a single solicitation seeking offers for a single contract that is unlikely to be accessible for award to a small business or minority business enterprise.

(2) This subsection does not apply if a unit bundles a procurement for the purpose of participating in the Small Business Reserve Program in accordance with Title 14, Subtitle 5 of this article.

(3) For the purpose of precluding or limiting participation by a minority business enterprise as defined under Title 14, Subtitle 3 of this article or a small business as defined under Title 14, Subtitle 2 of this article, a unit subject to this Division II may not:

(i) bundle a procurement;

(ii) limit the number of competitive bidders or offerors; or

(iii) limit participation to a predetermined group of bidders or offerors.
Md. Code, Real Property § 11-112 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-112
§11–112.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, the term “taking under the power of eminent domain” includes any sale in settlement of any pending or threatened condemnation proceeding.

(b) The declaration or bylaws may provide for an allocation of any award for a taking under the power of eminent domain of all or a part of the condominium. The declaration or bylaws also may provide for (1) reapportionment or other change of the percentage interests appurtenant to each unit remaining after any taking; (2) the rebuilding, relocation, or restoration of any improvements so taken in whole or in part; and (3) the termination of the condominium regime following any taking.

(c) Unless otherwise provided in the declaration or bylaws, any damages for a taking of all or part of a condominium shall be awarded as follows:

(1) Each unit owner shall be entitled to the entire award for the taking of all or part of his respective unit and for consequential damages to his unit.

(2) Any award for the taking of limited common elements shall be allocated to the unit owners of the units to which the use of those limited common elements is restricted in proportion to their respective percentage interests in the common elements.

(3) Any award for the taking of general common elements shall be allocated to all unit owners in proportion to their respective percentage interests in the common elements.

(d) Unless otherwise provided in the declaration or bylaws, following the taking of a part of a condominium, the council of unit owners shall not be obligated to replace improvements taken but promptly shall undertake to restore the remaining improvements of the condominium to a safe and habitable condition. Any costs of such restoration shall be a common expense.

(e) Unless provided in the declaration or bylaws, following the taking of all or a part of any unit, the percentage interests appurtenant to the unit shall be adjusted in proportion as the amount of floor area of the unit so taken bears to the floor area of the unit prior to the taking. The council of unit owners promptly shall prepare and record an amendment to the declaration reflecting the new percentage interests appurtenant to the unit. Subject to subsection (g) of this section:

(1) Following the taking of part of a unit the votes appurtenant to that unit shall be appurtenant to the remainder of that unit; and

(2) Following the taking of all of a unit the right to vote appurtenant to the unit shall terminate.

(f) All damages for each unit shall be distributed in accordance with the priority of interests at law or in equity in each respective unit.

(g) Except to the extent specifically described in the condemnation declaration or grant in lieu thereof, a taking of all or part of a unit may not include any of the percentage interests or votes appurtenant to the unit.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 11-402 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 11 / Subtitle 4 / Section 11-402
§11–402.
Status: in_force

(a) A presentence investigation that the Division of Parole and Probation completes under § 6-112 of the Correctional Services Article or a predisposition investigation that the Department of Juvenile Services completes shall include a victim impact statement if:

(1) the defendant or child respondent caused physical, psychological, or economic injury to the victim in committing a felony or delinquent act that would be a felony if committed by an adult; or

(2) the defendant caused serious physical injury or death to the victim in committing a misdemeanor.

(b) If the court does not order a presentence investigation or predisposition investigation, the prosecuting attorney or the victim may prepare a victim impact statement to be submitted to the court and the defendant or child respondent in accordance with the Maryland Rules.

(c) (1) The prosecuting attorney shall notify a victim who has filed a notification request form under § 11-104 of this title of the victim’s right to submit a victim impact statement to the court in a transfer hearing under § 4-202 of this article or a waiver hearing under § 3-8A-06 of the Courts Article.

(2) This subsection does not preclude a victim who has not filed a notification request form under § 11-104 of this title from submitting a victim impact statement to the court.

(3) The court may consider a victim impact statement in determining whether to transfer jurisdiction under § 4-202 of this article or waive jurisdiction under § 3-8A-06 of the Courts Article.

(d) The court shall consider the victim impact statement in determining the appropriate sentence or disposition and in entering a judgment of restitution for the victim under § 11-603 of this title.

(e) A victim impact statement for a crime or delinquent act shall:

(1) identify the victim;

(2) itemize any economic loss suffered by the victim;

(3) identify any physical injury suffered by the victim and describe the seriousness and any permanent effects of the injury;

(4) describe any change in the victim’s personal welfare or familial relationships;

(5) identify any request for psychological services initiated by the victim or the victim’s family;

(6) identify any request by the victim to prohibit the defendant or child respondent from having contact with the victim as a condition of probation, parole, mandatory supervision, work release, or any other judicial or administrative release of the defendant or child respondent, including a request for electronic monitoring or electronic monitoring with victim stay–away alert technology; and

(7) contain any other information related to the impact on the victim or the victim’s family that the court requires.

(f) If the victim is deceased, under a mental, physical, or legal disability, or otherwise unable to provide the information required under this section, the information may be obtained from the victim’s representative.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 11-705 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 11 / Subtitle 7 / Section 11-705
§11–705.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “Arabian breed horse” means a horse that:

(1) is a purebred Arabian breed horse; and

(2) has a valid certificate of registry with the Arabian Jockey Club of America.

(b) A licensee at the Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area may conduct live racing of Arabian breed horses if:

(1) the purse for an Arabian breed race is funded by the licensee or the sponsor of the race;

(2) the takeout provisions of § 11–704 of this subtitle apply to the race;

(3) the licensee pays all taxes and fees associated with the Arabian breed race that would otherwise be due on a steeplechase, hurdle, or flat race; and

(4) the Arabian breed race is approved by the Commission.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 11-104 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-104
§11–104.
Status: in_force

(a) A person who operates or is employed in a sales, cashier, or managerial capacity in a retail establishment may not knowingly allow a minor without the presence of the minor’s parent or guardian to enter or remain on any premises where an item or activity detailed in § 11-102(a) of this subtitle is shown, displayed, or depicted.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 11-1401 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 11 / Subtitle 14 / Section 11-1401
§11–1401.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Area” means a circular geographic region having a 25-mile radius surrounding each business location of a proprietor.

(c) “Copyright owner” means the owner of a copyright of a nondramatic musical or similar work recognized and enforceable under the copyright laws of the United States pursuant to Title 17 of the United States Code.

(d) “Performing rights society” means an association or corporation that licenses the public performance of nondramatic musical works on behalf of copyright owners, such as the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP), Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI), and SESAC, Inc.

(e) “Proprietor” means the owner of a retail establishment, restaurant, inn, bar, tavern, sports or entertainment facility, or any other similar place of business or professional office located in this State, in which the public may assemble and in which nondramatic musical works or similar copyrighted works may be performed, broadcast, or otherwise transmitted for the enjoyment of the members of the public there assembled.

(f) “Royalty” or “royalties” means the fees payable by a proprietor to a performing rights society for the public performance of nondramatic musical or other similar works.
Md. Code, Insurance § 11-319 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-319
§11–319.
Status: in_force

An insurer that uses territory as a factor in establishing automobile insurance rates shall submit a statement to the Commissioner certifying that:

(1) the territories used by the insurer have been reviewed within the previous 3 years; and

(2) use of the territories is actuarially justified.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 11-602 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 11 / Subtitle 6 / Section 11-602
§11–602.
Status: in_force

On conviction, the finding of a delinquent act, acceptance of a plea of nolo contendere, or imposition of probation before judgment for a crime under § 10-404 of the Criminal Law Article, the following persons may act on behalf of a victim:

(1) the owner of the burial site; and

(2) a person related by blood or marriage to the person buried in the burial site.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 11-109 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-109
§11–109.
Status: in_force

A license issued under this subtitle expires on the third anniversary of its effective date unless sooner revoked.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 11-505 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-505
§11–505.
Status: in_force

In addition to any other requirement under the Maryland Rules, before the court may ratify a sheriff’s sale of real property under levy pursuant to a writ of execution, the judgment creditor who requested the issuance of the writ shall provide to the court a copy of the public assessment record for the real property kept by the supervisor of assessments in accordance with § 2-211 of the Tax - Property Article.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 11-314 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-314
§11–314.
Status: in_force

(a) The authority may establish any accounts that it requires.

(b) The authority shall deposit its money into a State or national bank or a federally insured savings and loan association in the State that has a total paid-in capital of at least $1,000,000.

(c) The authority may designate the trust department of a State or national bank or of a savings and loan association as a depository to receive securities that the authority owns or acquires.

(d) Unless an agreement limits classes of investments, the authority may invest its money in bonds or other obligations of, or guaranteed as to principal and interest by, the United States, a unit of the United States, the State, or a political subdivision of the State.
Md. Code, Transportation § 11-201 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-201
§11–201.
Status: in_force

In case of dispute, the Administration may determine the extent of applicability of any definition in the Maryland Vehicle Law.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 11-501 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-501
§11–501.
Status: in_force

A sheriff or constable to whom any writ of execution is directed may seize and sell the legal or equitable interest of the defendant named in the writ in real or personal property. The sheriff or constable shall execute the writ, conduct the sale, and distribute the proceeds pursuant to rules adopted by the Supreme Court of Maryland.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 11-612 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 11 / Subtitle 6 / Section 11-612
§11–612.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) If a District Court decides to terminate a probation before a judgment of restitution has been recorded and indexed as a money judgment, the court shall direct the Clerk of the Court:

(i) to record and index the judgment of restitution as a money judgment and forward a notice of lien to the circuit court of the county of entry of judgment before terminating the probation; and

(ii) to forward a written notice to the person or governmental unit to whom the restitution obligor was ordered to pay restitution.

(2) The written notice shall state that:

(i) the judgment of restitution has been recorded and indexed as a money judgment in the District Court; and

(ii) a notice of lien has been forwarded to the circuit court of the county of entry of judgment.

(b) Subject to the Maryland Rules, unless a restitution obligor pays complete restitution, termination of probation by a court does not affect a money judgment that has been recorded and indexed under Part I of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Correctional Services § 11-1102 — MD Code / Article gcs / Title 11 / Subtitle 11 / Section 11-1102
§11–1102.
Status: in_force

This subtitle applies only in Calvert County and Charles County.
Md. Code, Transportation § 11-203 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-203
§11–203.
Status: in_force

The Maryland Vehicle Law does not have a retroactive effect and does not apply to any traffic accident, to any cause of action or judgment arising out of a traffic accident, or to any violation of the vehicle laws of this State occurring before July 1, 1977.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 11-217 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-217
§11–217.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) In this section, “research and development” means:

(i) basic and applied research in the sciences and engineering; and

(ii) the design, development, and governmentally required pre-market testing of prototypes, products, and processes.

(2) “Research and development” does not include:

(i) market research;

(ii) research in the social sciences or psychology and other nontechnical activities;

(iii) routine product testing;

(iv) sales services; or

(v) technical and nontechnical services.

(b) The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of tangible personal property, a digital code, or a digital product for use or consumption in research and development.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 11-305 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-305
§11–305.
Status: in_force

Any person who violates any provision of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or both.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 11-1406 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 11 / Subtitle 14 / Section 11-1406
§11–1406.
Status: in_force

(a) For each fiscal year, the Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of at least $250,000 for the Program.

(b) Appropriations and expenditures made for the purpose of implementing the Program, including the use of any funds received by a person under any component of the Program, are subject to audit by the Office of Legislative Audits as provided in § 2–1220 of the State Government Article.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 11-1703 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 11 / Subtitle 17 / Section 11-1703
§11–1703.
Status: in_force

(a) This section does not apply to a club license.

(b) The fee for a transfer of location or ownership of a license is $200.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 11-1604 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 11 / Subtitle 16 / Section 11-1604
§11–1604.
Status: in_force

(a) The Department may adopt regulations to carry out this subtitle.

(b) On or before January 1 each year, beginning in 2025, the Department shall report to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Delegates on Program activities and use of the Fund.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 11-1602 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 11 / Subtitle 16 / Section 11-1602
§11–1602.
Status: in_force

§11–1602. IN EFFECT

(a) In this section, “assessment district” means a tax assessment district:

(1) established by the county; and

(2) shown on the official map adopted by the County Council titled “Tax Assessment Districts, 2005”.

(b) Subject to subsection (c) of this section, the Board may issue a Class A (off–sale), Class B (off–sale), or Class D (off–sale) license based on its determination of whether the license is necessary to accommodate the public.

(c) If the application is for a Class A (off–sale) or Class D (off–sale) license, the Board may not issue the license if:

(1) the establishment for which the license would be issued is located in an assessment district in which the ratio of off–sale licenses per individual exceeds one for every 3,500 individuals; or

(2) the issuance of the license would cause the ratio of off–sale licenses per individual in an assessment district to exceed one for every 3,500 individuals.

(d) Subsection (c) of this section does not apply:

(1) to the transfer or renewal of a license that was issued on or before July 1, 2025;

(2) in the 6th tax assessment district; or

(3) to an application for an on–site consumption permit under § 2–207 of this article by an applicant that holds a Class 5 brewery license.

(e) The population of each assessment district is to be determined by:

(1) the latest federal census; or

(2) estimates prepared by the Anne Arundel County Office of Planning and Zoning.

(f) The Board may not approve the transfer of a Class A (off–sale) license or Class D (off–sale) license:

(1) to a location outside the assessment district in which the license was located on July 1, 2025; or

(2) if the license was not in existence as of July 1, 2025, to a location outside the assessment district in which the license was originally issued.

§11–1602. // EFFECTIVE DECEMBER 31, 2028 PER CHAPTERS 818 AND 819 OF 2025 //

(a) In this section, “assessment district” means a tax assessment district established by the county through local law.

(b) The Board may issue a Class A (off–sale), Class B (off–sale), or Class D (off–sale) license based on its determination of whether the license is necessary to accommodate the public.

(c) In making its determination, the Board may consider whether the establishment for which the license would be issued is in:

(1) an assessment district in which the ratio of off–sale licenses per individual is more than one per 4,000 individuals; or

(2) an assessment district in which the ratio of off–sale licenses per individual is less than one per 4,000 individuals.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 11-706 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 11 / Subtitle 7 / Section 11-706
§11–706.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a person who violates any provision of this title 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.

(b) A licensed pilot who violates any provision of § 11-601(b) of this title is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $100.
Md. Code, Real Property § 11B-110 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 11B / Subtitle 1 / Section 11B-110
§11B–110.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) In addition to the implied warranties on private dwelling units under § 10–203 of this article and the express warranties on private dwelling units under § 10–202 of this article, there shall be an implied warranty to the homeowners association that the improvements to common areas are:

(i) Free from faulty materials;

(ii) Constructed in accordance with sound engineering standards; and

(iii) Constructed in a workmanlike manner.

(2) (i) Subject to the provisions of subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, if the improvements to the common areas were constructed by the vendor, its agents, servants, employees, contractors, or subcontractors, then the warranty on improvements shall be from the vendor of the lots within the development.

(ii) If the improvements to the common areas were constructed on the common areas prior to its conveyance to the homeowners association, then the warranty on improvements shall be from the grantor of the common areas.

(3) (i) The warranty on improvements to the common areas begins with the first transfer of title to a lot to a member of the public by the vendor of the lot.

(ii) The warranty on improvements to common areas not completed at the first transfer of title to a lot shall begin with the completion of the improvement or with its availability for use by lot owners, whichever occurs later.

(iii) The warranty extends for a period of 2 years from commencement under subparagraph (i) or (ii) of this paragraph or 2 years from the date on which the lot owners, other than the declarant and its affiliates, first elect a controlling majority of the members of the governing body of the homeowners association, whichever occurs later.

(4) Suit for enforcement of the warranty on improvements to the common areas may be brought by either the homeowners association or by an individual lot owner.

(b) Notice of a defect shall be given within the warranty period and suit for enforcement of the warranty shall be brought within one year of the expiration of the warranty period.

(c) Warranties shall not apply to defects caused through abuse or failure to perform maintenance by a lot owner or the homeowners association.
Md. Code, Real Property § 11-124 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-124
§11–124.
Status: in_force

(a) Neither the rule of law known as the Rule Against Perpetuities nor the rule of law known as the Rule Restricting Unreasonable Restraints on Alienation may be applied to defeat or invalidate any provision of this title or of any declaration, bylaws, or other instrument made pursuant to the provisions of this title.

(b) The provisions of any declaration, bylaws, and condominium plat filed pursuant to this title shall be liberally construed to facilitate the creation and operation of the condominium. So long as the declaration, bylaws, and condominium plat substantially conform with the requirements of this title, a variance from the requirements does not affect the condominium status of the property in question nor the title of any unit owner to his unit, his votes, and his percentage interests in the common elements and in common expenses and common profits.

(c) The declaration, bylaws, and condominium plat shall be construed together and shall be deemed to incorporate one another to the extent that any requirement of this title as to the content of one shall be deemed satisfied if the deficiency can be cured by reference to any of the others. Any provision required by this title may be amended only in accordance with the requirements for amendment applicable to the instrument in which, absent this subsection, it is required to be contained.

(d) All provisions of the declaration, bylaws, and condominium plat are severable and the invalidity of one provision does not affect the validity of any other provision.

(e) If there is any conflict among the provisions of this title, the declaration, condominium plat, bylaws, or rules adopted pursuant to § 11-111 of this title, the provisions of each shall control in the succession listed hereinbefore commencing with “title”.

(f) The execution of any instrument by a mortgagee for the purpose of consenting to the legal operation and effect of a declaration, bylaws, and condominium plat does not, unless the contrary is expressly stated, affect the priority of the mortgage or deed of trust. The execution and recordation of a release of a unit in a condominium by a mortgagee which refers to the condominium constitutes consent by that mortgagee to the legal operation and effect of the recorded declaration, bylaws, and condominium plat of that condominium.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 11-308 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-308
§11–308.
Status: in_force

This subtitle may be cited as the Maryland Gasohol and Gasoline Products Marketing Act.
Md. Code, Real Property § 11A-115 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 11A / Subtitle 1 / Section 11A-115
§11A–115.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “time-share owner” includes an association reselling time-shares acquired by the association:

(1) Through foreclosure of a lien for nonpayment of assessments or other charges by a time-share owner as provided in § 11A-110 of this title; or

(2) By deed in lieu of foreclosure from a time-share owner who is delinquent in payment of assessments or other charges as provided in § 11A-110 of this title.

(b) In the event of the resale of a time-share by a time-share owner, the selling time-share owner shall furnish to the purchaser before the execution of any sales contract, or, if there is no sales contract, before the transfer of title or use, a copy of the time-share instrument, other than plats and plans, and a certificate containing:

(1) A statement disclosing the effect on the proposed transfer of any right of first refusal or other restraint on transfer of the time-share or any portion thereof;

(2) A statement setting forth the amount of the periodic time-share expense liability and any unpaid time-share expense or other sums currently due and payable from the selling time-share owner in respect of the time-share;

(3) A statement of any other facility fees payable by time-share owners; and

(4) A statement of any judgments or other matters that are or may become liens against the time-share being sold or the time-share unit of which it is a part and the status of any pending suits that may result in those liens.

(c) The managing entity, within 10 days after a written request by the selling time-share owner, shall for a reasonable fee furnish a certificate containing the information necessary to enable the selling time-share owner to comply with this section. A selling time-share owner providing a certificate from the managing entity is not liable to the purchaser for any erroneous information provided by the managing entity, other than for judgment liens against the time-share or the time-share unit of which it is a part, but the managing entity shall be liable therefor.

(d) The purchaser is not liable for any unpaid time-share expense or facility fee greater than the amount set forth in a certificate prepared by the managing entity. The selling time-share owner is not liable to the purchaser for the failure or delay of a managing entity to provide the certificate in a timely manner.

(e) Any purchaser may at any time within 7 days following receipt of all information required by this section, cancel the sales contract without reason and without liability. The purchaser, upon cancellation, is entitled to the return of any deposits made on account of the contract. The rights of the purchaser under this section may not be waived, and any attempted waiver is void.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 11-505 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-505
§11–505.
Status: in_force

(a) Each month, the Association shall distribute the pilotage fees that the Association collects in the following order:

(1) within 10 days after the close of each month, the Association shall:

(i) account to the Board for that month for the amount determined under subsections (b) and (c) of this section for distribution to the pilots who, at the beginning of that month, were eligible for payments as inactive pilots; and

(ii) distribute that money on behalf of the Board; and

(2) the balance of the pilotage fees collected shall be:

(i) first, used by the Association to pay its expenses;

(ii) second, paid to the Maintenance and Replacement Fund under § 11–506 of this subtitle; and

(iii) finally, in accordance with the bylaws of the Association, paid to the regularly working licensed pilots who are members in good standing of the Association.

(b) The amount to be distributed by the Association on behalf of the Board to eligible inactive pilots described under § 11–504(a) of this subtitle shall be computed by:

(1) determining the greater of:

(i) $200; or

(ii) 40% of the share payable under this subtitle for the month for which the payment is to be made to a regularly working licensed pilot; and

(2) multiplying the figure determined under item (1) of this subsection by the number of pilots in the Association who, at the beginning of the month for which the payment is to be made, were eligible for payments as inactive pilots under this subsection.

(c) The amount to be distributed by the Association on behalf of the Board to eligible inactive pilots described under § 11–504(b) of this subtitle shall be computed as follows:

(1) for each pilot determining the greater of:

(i) $200; or

(ii) 1. 32% of the share payable under this subtitle for the month for which the payment is to be made to a regularly working licensed pilot; and

2. 1.6% of the share payable under this subtitle for the month for which the payment is to be made to a regularly working licensed pilot in addition for each year of service in excess of 20 years and up to 25 years; and

(2) totaling the sums determined under item (1) of this subsection for each pilot in the Association who, at the beginning of the month for which the payment is to be made, was eligible for payment as an inactive pilot under this subsection.

(d) The amount to be distributed by the Association on behalf of the Board to eligible inactive pilots described under § 11–504(e) of this subtitle shall be 1.6% of the share payable under this subtitle for the month for which the payment is to be made to a regularly working licensed pilot for each full year of service following October 1, 2000.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 11-401 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 11 / Subtitle 4 / Section 11-401
§11–401.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Board” means the Board of Directors of the Corporation.

(c) (1) “Bond” means a bond or note issued on behalf of the Corporation.

(2) “Bond” includes:

(i) a bond anticipation note;

(ii) a revenue anticipation note;

(iii) a grant anticipation note;

(iv) a refunding bond;

(v) a note in the nature of commercial paper; and

(vi) any other evidence of indebtedness issued on behalf of the Corporation, whether a general or limited obligation of the Corporation.

(d) “Corporation” means the Bainbridge Development Corporation.

(e) “Cost” includes:

(1) the purchase price of a project;

(2) the cost to acquire any right, title, or interest in a project;

(3) the amount to be paid to discharge each obligation necessary or desirable to vest title to any part of a project in the Corporation or other owner;

(4) the cost of any improvement;

(5) the cost of any property, right, easement, franchise, and permit;

(6) the cost of labor and equipment;

(7) financing charges;

(8) interest before and during construction and, if the Corporation determines, for a limited period after the completion of construction;

(9) reserves for principal and interest and for improvements;

(10) the cost of revenue estimates, engineering and legal services, plans, designs, specifications, surveys, investigations, demonstrations, studies, estimates of cost, and other expenses necessary or incident to determining the feasibility of an acquisition or improvement of a project;

(11) administrative expenses; and

(12) other expenses necessary or incident to:

(i) financing a project;

(ii) acquiring, improving, and marketing a project;

(iii) placing a project in operation, including reasonable provision for working capital; and

(iv) operating and maintaining a project.

(f) “County Commissioners” means the Board of County Commissioners of Cecil County.

(g) “Finance” includes refinance.

(h) “Improve” means to add, alter, construct, equip, expand, extend, improve, install, reconstruct, rehabilitate, remodel, or repair.

(i) “Improvement” means addition, alteration, construction, equipping, expansion, extension, improvement, installation, reconstruction, rehabilitation, remodeling, or repair.

(j) (1) “Person” has the meaning stated in § 9-101 of this article.

(2) “Person” also includes a political subdivision.

(k) (1) “Project” means an undertaking to establish economic activity on property conveyed to the Corporation known as the Bainbridge Naval Training Center, including the historic Tome School for Boys, at Port Deposit, Maryland, whether or not a facility or property used or useful in connection with the undertaking may be financed by bonds, the interest on which is exempt from taxation under federal law.

(2) “Project” includes:

(i) property and rights related to the property, appurtenances, rights-of-way, franchises, and easements;

(ii) infrastructure, equipment, and furnishings;

(iii) property that is functionally related and subordinate to a project; and

(iv) patents, licenses, and other rights necessary or useful in the construction or operation of a project.

(l) (1) “Revenues” means:

(i) the income, revenue, and other money the Corporation receives from or in connection with a project; and

(ii) all other income of the Corporation.

(2) “Revenues” includes grants, rentals, rates, fees, and charges for the use of services furnished or available.
Md. Code, Education § 11-208 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-208
§11–208.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “national accreditation” means teacher education accreditation by an accrediting agency recognized by the Department and the Commission.

(b) (1) An institution of higher education in this State may not offer a program of undergraduate or graduate studies that would certify a recipient to teach unless the institution has received:

(i) Approval to operate by the Commission or under operation of law; and

(ii) 1. National accreditation; or

2. Approval by the Department.

(2) An institution of higher education shall determine whether to seek national accreditation or approval by the Department as described under paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(c) When determining whether an accrediting agency is recognized, the Department and the Commission shall consider whether the national accrediting agency uses national professional standards that are comparable to the standards that are used by the Department when approving a teacher preparation program.

(d) The Department and the Commission shall jointly agree on the standards used by the Department to determine approval under subsection (b)(1)(ii) of this section.

(e) The national accreditation process for an institution of higher education subject to this section shall be conducted in accordance with the protocol established by a national accrediting agency and the Department.

(f) (1) In conjunction with accrediting agencies, the Department shall develop and administer a program of technical support, available on request, to assist institutions of higher education in the State that seek national accreditation or approval by the Department under subsection (b) of this section.

(2) In addition to the technical support provided to an institution of higher education under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Department shall pay:

(i) Any fee that a national accrediting agency charges an institution of higher education in connection with the accreditation process;

(ii) Any training fee that a national accrediting agency charges a State representative who serves with a review team of an accrediting agency in conjunction with an accreditation visit to an institution of higher education in the State; and

(iii) One–half of the expenses incurred by an institution of higher education in connection with the accreditation visit of a review team of a national accrediting agency.

(g) The Department shall adopt regulations to implement this section.

(h) The Governor shall provide sufficient funds in the Department’s annual budget for the additional costs incurred by the Department under this section.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 11-503.2 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-503.2
§11–503.
Status: in_force

§11–503.2.

(a) All revenue received for the licensing and assessment of persons under this subtitle and any other fee, examination or investigation fee or assessment, or revenue received by the Commissioner under this subtitle shall be:

(1) Credited to the Non–Depository Special Fund established under § 2–120 of this article; and

(2) Used in accordance with § 2–120(d) of this article.

(b) Notwithstanding subsection (a) of this section, the Commissioner shall pay all fines and penalties collected by the Commissioner under this subtitle into the General Fund of the State.

(c) Subject to § 2–120(h) of this article, the Commissioner may impose an annual assessment on any licensee under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Insurance § 11-329 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-329
§11–329.
Status: in_force

(a) Each workers’ compensation insurer shall:

(1) be a member of a workers’ compensation rating organization; and

(2) adhere to the policy forms filed by the rating organization.

(b) (1) Each workers’ compensation insurer shall adhere to a uniform classification system and uniform experience rating plan filed with the Commissioner by a rating organization designated by and subject to disapproval by the Commissioner.

(2) (i) An insurer may develop subclassifications of the uniform classification system on which a rate may be made.

(ii) Any subclassification developed under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph shall be filed with the Commissioner at least 30 days before its use.

(iii) If the insurer fails to demonstrate that the data produced under a subclassification can be reported in a manner consistent with the uniform classification system and uniform statistical plan, the Commissioner shall disapprove the subclassification.

(3) (i) An insurer may develop a tiered rating plan containing two or more risk tiers to be applied to the insurer’s acceptance of risks under the uniform classification system on which a rate may be made.

(ii) A tiered rating plan under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph shall:

1. establish discrete tiers for the acceptance of risks based on defined risk attributes that:

A. are not arbitrary, capricious, or unfairly discriminatory; and

B. are reasonably related to the insurer’s business and economic purposes; and

2. require that each insured be placed in the highest quality tier for which that insured qualifies.

(iii) An insurer shall file a tiered rating plan developed under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph with the Commissioner at least 30 days before the tiered rating plan’s use.

(iv) If an insurer fails to demonstrate that the data produced under a tiered rating plan can be reported in a manner consistent with the uniform classification system and the uniform statistical plan, the Commissioner shall disapprove the tiered rating plan.

(c) Each workers’ compensation insurer shall record and report its workers’ compensation experience to a rating organization as set forth in the uniform statistical plan approved by the Commissioner.

(d) (1) Subject to the approval of the Commissioner, each rating organization shall develop and file rules reasonably related to the recording and reporting of data under the uniform classification system, uniform statistical plan, and uniform experience rating plan.

(2) In writing and reporting its business, each workers’ compensation insurer shall adhere to the approved rules and experience rating plan.

(3) An insurer may not agree with another insurer or rating organization to adhere to rules that are not reasonably related to the recording and reporting of data under the uniform classification system or uniform statistical plan.

(e) The experience rating plan methodology required under § 11–330(d)(4) of this subtitle shall be based on:

(1) reasonable eligibility standards;

(2) adequate incentives for loss prevention; and

(3) sufficient premium differentials so as to encourage safety.

(f) (1) Except as provided in paragraphs (2), (3), and (4) of this subsection, the uniform experience rating plan shall be the exclusive means of providing prospective premium adjustment based on measurement of the loss–producing characteristics of an individual insured.

(2) In addition to any premium adjustment allowed under paragraph (1) of this subsection and pursuant to a filing made by a rating organization and approved by the Commissioner, an insurer may file a rating plan with the Commissioner that provides for prospective premium adjustments up to 25% based upon characteristics of a risk that are not reflected in the uniform experience rating plan.

(3) An insurer may file a rating plan with the Commissioner that provides for prospective premium adjustments based on merit for an insured that does not meet minimum premium requirements to qualify for a uniform experience rating plan.

(4) (i) Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, in addition to any premium adjustment allowed under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of this subsection and pursuant to a filing made by a rating organization and approved by the Commissioner, an insurer may file a rating plan with the Commissioner that provides for a premium discount for appropriate classifications or subclassifications of a risk of up to 4% to an insured that has an alcohol– and drug–free workplace policy that may include one or more of the following programs:

1. an alcohol and drug testing program;

2. an employee education program on alcohol and drug abuse;

3. a supervisor education program on alcohol and drug abuse;

4. an employee assistance program that includes referrals of employees for appropriate diagnosis, treatment, and assistance;

5. a program requiring an employee who has caused or contributed to an accident while at work to undergo alcohol or drug testing; and

6. any other program that the insurer deems effective to encourage an alcohol– and drug–free workplace.

(ii) An insurer is not required to provide a premium discount under this paragraph if the insured is required under federal or State law to test its employees for drugs or otherwise provide an alcohol– and a drug–free workplace.

(5) An insurer may file a rating plan that provides for retrospective premium adjustments based on an insured’s past experience.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 11-502 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-502
§11–502.
Status: in_force

(a) The following securities may be registered by notification, whether or not they are also eligible for registration by coordination under § 11–503 of this subtitle:

(1) Any security whose issuer and any predecessor have been in continuous operation for at least five years if:

(i) There has been no default during the current fiscal year or within the three preceding fiscal years in the payment of principal, interest, or dividends on any security of the issuer or any predecessor with a fixed maturity or a fixed interest or dividend provision; and

(ii) The issuer and any predecessor during the past three fiscal years have had average net earnings, determined in accordance with generally accepted accounting practices, which:

1. Are applicable to all securities without a fixed maturity or a fixed interest or dividend provision outstanding at the date the registration statement is filed and equal at least 5 percent of the amount of the outstanding securities, as measured by the maximum offering price or the market price on a day selected by the registrant, within 30 days before the date of filing the registration statement, whichever is higher, or book value on a day, selected by the registrant within 90 days of the date of filing the registration statement, to the extent that there is neither a readily determinable market price nor a cash offering price; or

2. If the issuer and any predecessor has not had any security of the type specified in paragraph (1)(ii)1 of this subsection outstanding for three full fiscal years, equal at least 5 percent of the amount, as measured in paragraph (1)(ii)1 of this subsection, of all securities which will be outstanding if all the securities being offered or proposed to be offered, whether or not they are proposed to be registered or offered in the State, are issued; and

(2) Any security, other than a certificate of interest or participation in an oil, gas, or mining title or lease or in payments out of production under such a title or lease, registered for nonissuer distribution if:

(i) Any security of the same class has ever been registered under this title; or

(ii) The security being registered was originally issued pursuant to an exemption under this title.

(b) A registration statement under this section shall contain the following information and be accompanied by the following documents, in addition to the information specified in § 11–507(a) of this subtitle and the consent to service of process required by § 11–802(a) of this title:

(1) A statement demonstrating eligibility for registration by notification;

(2) With respect to the issuer and any significant subsidiary:

(i) Its name, address, and form of organization;

(ii) The state or foreign jurisdiction and the date of its organization; and

(iii) The general character and location of its business;

(3) With respect to any person on whose behalf any part of the offering is to be made in a nonissuer distribution:

(i) His name and address;

(ii) The amount of securities of the issuer held by him as of the date of the filing of the registration statement; and

(iii) A statement of his reasons for making the offering;

(4) A description of the security being registered;

(5) The information and documents specified in § 11–504(b)(2), (4), (7), (8), (9), (10), and (12) of this subtitle;

(6) A balance sheet of the issuer as of a date within four months before the filing of the registration statement;

(7) A summary of earnings:

(i) For each of the two fiscal years preceding the date of the balance sheet and for any period between the close of the last fiscal year and the date of the balance sheet; or

(ii) For the period of existence of the issuer and any predecessor, if less than two years; and

(8) Two copies of the prospectus required by subsection (c) of this section.

(c) (1) As a condition of registration under this section, a prospectus containing any designated part of the information specified in subsection (b) of this section shall be sent or given to each person to whom an offer is made before or concurrently with the first to occur of:

(i) The first written offer to him, other than by means of a public advertisement, by or for the account of the issuer or any other person on whose behalf the offering is being made, or by any underwriter or broker–dealer who is offering part of an unsold allotment or subscription taken by him as a participant in the distribution;

(ii) The confirmation of any sale made by or for the account of the person;

(iii) Payment under the sale; or

(iv) Delivery of the security under the sale.

(2) Paragraph (1)(i) of this subsection may be satisfied by the use of a preliminary prospectus, so designated and bearing the legend which the Commissioner prescribes, if a final prospectus is sent or given to each recipient of the preliminary prospectus before or concurrently with whichever event in paragraph (1)(ii), (iii), and (iv) first occurs.

(d) If a stop order is not in effect and a proceeding is not pending under §§ 11–511 through 11–513 of this subtitle, a registration statement under this section automatically becomes effective at:

(1) 3 o’clock eastern standard time in the afternoon of the 10th full business day after the filing of the registration statement or the last amendment; or

(2) At any earlier time which the Commissioner determines.
Md. Code, Family Law § 11-109 — MD Code / Article gfl / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-109
§11–109.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “designee” means:

(1) a support enforcement agency that is authorized by law to receive alimony payments for the recipient; or

(2) a person who is designated by the court as trustee or guardian to receive alimony payments for the recipient.

(b) The court may order that alimony payments be made to a designee.

(c) A designee shall:

(1) send the payments to the recipient; and

(2) keep a record of:

(i) the amount of each payment;

(ii) the date that each payment must be made; and

(iii) the name and address of each party.

(d) Each party shall inform the designee of:

(1) any change of address; or

(2) any other fact that might affect the administration of the order.

(e) If the party who is required to pay alimony fails to make a payment, the designee or the recipient may bring an enforcement proceeding.

(f) The State’s Attorney may represent the designee in any enforcement proceeding that is brought under this section.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 11-305 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-305
§11–305.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to the provisions of this section, the Board may waive the examination requirements of this title for an individual who is licensed to practice optometry in any other state.

(b) The Board may grant a waiver under this section only if the applicant:

(1) Pays the application fee required by the Board under § 11-303 of this subtitle;

(2) Provides adequate evidence that the applicant:

(i) Meets the qualifications otherwise required by this title, including, for 3 years before applying, the continuing education requirements of the other state in which the applicant has been practicing optometry, or, if the other state does not have any continuing education requirement, the applicant shall meet the equivalent of 3 years of the continuing education requirements of this subtitle in courses approved by the Board;

(ii) Meets the terms and conditions that the Board establishes in subsections (c) and (d) of this section;

(iii) At the time the applicant was licensed in the other state, was qualified to take the examination that then was required by the laws of this State; and

(iv) Qualified for a license in the other state by passing an examination given by the board of optometry in that state;

(3) Presents a copy of the license, certified by the issuing board; and

(4) Has not failed an examination given by the Board within the previous 5 years.

(c) (1) The Board may waive the examination requirements of this subtitle for an applicant who:

(i) If so required by the Board under subsection (d) of this section, passes an examination administered by the Board; and

(ii) For 3 years immediately before applying, has practiced optometry actively.

(2) The Board may waive the requirement of practicing optometry actively for an applicant who for 3 years:

(i) Was teaching optometry;

(ii) Was a uniformed services optometrist;

(iii) Was a supervisor or administrative optometrist; or

(iv) Was a researcher in optometry.

(d) (1) Within 1 year of receipt of an application, the Board may require that the applicant pass an examination.

(2) The Board shall determine the scope, form, and passing score for examinations under this section.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 11-2402 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 11 / Subtitle 24 / Section 11-2402
§11–2402.
Status: in_force

In addition to the other powers of the circuit court for the county provided in Title 4, Subtitle 9 of this article, the court may remand the proceedings to the Board.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 11-540 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-540
§11–540.
Status: in_force

(a) A licensee who provides for a Fund Race:

(1) need not contribute an amount greater than the allocation to the Fund set under § 11-515 or § 11-525 of this subtitle; but

(2) may add to any purse in a Fund Race.

(b) A purse, authorized under this part and paid in a Fund Race, is specifically excluded from breeders’ bonuses, purses, or stakes that are paid or offered by licensees in races other than Fund Races as determined by agreement or formula between a licensee and an organization that represents a majority of the owners and trainers.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 11-216 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-216
§11–216.
Status: in_force

(a) The sales and use tax does not apply to:

(1) a sale for use of tangible personal property, a digital code, or a digital product that:

(i) is bought outside this State;

(ii) is intended solely for use in another state; and

(iii) is stored in this State pending shipment to another state;

(2) a sale of tangible personal property to a person obligated under a contract to incorporate that property into real property located in another state where the purchase or use of that property would not be subject to a sales tax, use tax, or similar tax; or

(3) except for that portion of the purchase price allocable to intended viewing in this State, a sale of a series of images stored on video tape or in other optical or digital forms or electronic signals generated from these images to a cable or other nonbroadcast television network, if the images are intended for viewing by television viewers located outside the State.

(b) The sales and use tax shall be paid:

(1) on a sale under subsection (a)(1) of this section, when the tangible personal property is imported or stored in the State; and

(2) on a sale under subsection (a)(2) of this section, when the sale is made.

(c) A person who pays the sales and use tax under subsection (b) of this section may obtain the exemption by:

(1) filing a claim for refund with the Comptroller when the property is removed from the State; and

(2) providing the Comptroller with the evidence that the Comptroller requires by regulation, including:

(i) evidence of use or removal of the property from the State; and

(ii) satisfactory proof of entitlement to exemption in another state.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 11-405 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 11 / Subtitle 4 / Section 11-405
§11–405.
Status: in_force

The Commissioner may deny an application if the applicant or any current owner, director, officer, member, partner, employee, agent, or spouse of the applicant:

(1) Has had a license revoked under this subtitle;

(2) Was responsible for any act or omission that caused the revocation under this subtitle of the license of any person; or

(3) Was convicted of violating any provision of this subtitle or of any other law that regulates agreements.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 11-109 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-109
§11–109.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Attorney General shall institute proceedings in equity to prevent or restrain violations of § 11-103 of this subtitle and may require assistance from any State’s Attorney for that purpose.

(2) In a proceeding under this section, the court shall determine whether a violation has been committed and enter any judgment or decree necessary to:

(i) Remove the effects of any violation it finds; and

(ii) Prevent continuation or renewal of the violation in the future.

(b) (1) The United States, the State, and any political subdivision organized under the authority of the State is a person having standing to bring an action under this subsection.

(2) A person injured by a violation of § 11-103 of this subtitle may maintain an action for damages or for an injunction or both against any person who has committed the violation.

(3) If an injunction is issued, the complainant shall be awarded costs and reasonable attorney’s fees.

(4) In an action for damages, if an injury due to a violation of § 11-103 of this subtitle is found, the person injured shall be awarded three times the amount of actual damages which results from the violation, with costs and reasonable attorney’s fees.

(5) The Attorney General may bring an action on behalf of the State or any of its political subdivisions to recover the damages provided for by this subsection or any comparable provision of federal law.

(c) (1) An action brought to enforce this subtitle shall be commenced within four years after the cause of action accrues.

(2) For the purposes of this subsection, a cause of action for a continuing violation accrues at the time of the latest violation.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 11-819 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 11 / Subtitle 8 / Section 11-819
§11–819.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) There is a Criminal Injuries Compensation Fund.

(2) The Fund consists of:

(i) money distributed to the Fund from the additional court costs collected from defendants under § 7–409 of the Courts Article;

(ii) any investment earnings or federal matching funds received by the State for criminal injuries compensation; and

(iii) funds made available to the Fund from any other source.

(3) The Fund is a special continuing, nonlapsing fund that is not subject to § 7–302 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.

(4) The Treasurer shall separately hold the Fund and the Comptroller shall account for it.

(5) The Fund shall be invested and reinvested in the same manner as other State funds.

(6) The Fund is subject to audit by the Office of Legislative Audits as provided in § 2–1220 of the State Government Article.

(7) For fiscal year 2026 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Governor may include in the annual budget bill an appropriation adequate to ensure a balance in the Fund.

(b) The Criminal Injuries Compensation Fund:

(1) shall be used to:

(i) carry out the provisions of this subtitle; and

(ii) distribute restitution payments forwarded to the Fund under § 9–614 of the Correctional Services Article; and

(2) may be used for:

(i) any award given under this subtitle; and

(ii) the costs of carrying out this subtitle.

(c) This section does not prohibit the Fund from receiving money from any other source.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 11-1404 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 11 / Subtitle 14 / Section 11-1404
§11–1404.
Status: in_force

(a) This subtitle applies only to performing rights societies.

(b) This subtitle does not apply to:

(1) Copyright owners of motion pictures or other audiovisual works distributed on any medium;

(2) A contract between a performing rights society and a broadcaster licensed by the Federal Communications Commission;

(3) A contract between a performing rights society and a cable operator or programmer; or

(4) Any conduct undertaken for the purpose of enforcing § 7-308 of the Criminal Law Article.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 11-409 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 11 / Subtitle 4 / Section 11-409
§11–409.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to the hearing provisions of § 11-410 of this subtitle, the Board may deny a license to any applicant, reprimand any licensee, or suspend or revoke a license if the applicant or licensee:

(1) fraudulently or deceptively obtains or attempts to obtain a license for the applicant or licensee or for another;

(2) fraudulently or deceptively uses a license;

(3) under the laws of the United States or of any state, is convicted of:

(i) a felony; or

(ii) a misdemeanor that is directly related to the fitness and qualification of the applicant or licensee to provide pilotage;

(4) pilots or attempts to pilot a vessel while under the influence of:

(i) alcohol;

(ii) narcotics; or

(iii) any other substance that impairs the physical or mental ability of the pilot to perform in a safe manner;

(5) pilots a vessel in a negligent or reckless manner;

(6) anchors a vessel during a pilotage transit unless:

(i) the anchorage was ordered by the master of the vessel; or

(ii) the anchorage was necessary for reasons of safety or prudent navigation;

(7) violates the conflict-of-interest provisions of § 11-603 of this title;

(8) violates any regulation adopted by the Board; or

(9) violates any order passed by the Board.

(b) (1) Subject to the hearing provisions of § 11-410 of this subtitle, the Board shall revoke the license of any pilot who does not provide pilotage for 1 year.

(2) Notwithstanding paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Board may not revoke a license under this subsection if the failure of the pilot to provide pilotage was due to:

(i) sickness of the pilot; or

(ii) assignment to administrative duties.

(c) Subject to the hearing provisions of § 11-410 of this subtitle, the Board shall revoke the license of a pilot who, after receiving notice, refuses to aid a vessel in distress:

(1) within 18 nautical miles south of Cape Henry;

(2) within 18 nautical miles east of Cape Henry;

(3) in the Chesapeake Bay; or

(4) in the ports of Maryland.

(d) (1) Instead of or in addition to suspending or revoking a license under subsection (a) of this section, the Board may impose a penalty not to exceed $2,000 for each violation.

(2) To determine the amount of the penalty imposed under this subsection, the Board shall consider:

(i) the seriousness of the violation;

(ii) the harm caused by the violation;

(iii) the good faith of the licensee; and

(iv) any history of previous violations by the licensee.

(e) The Board shall consider the following facts in the granting, denial, renewal, suspension, or revocation of a license or the reprimand of a licensee when an applicant or licensee is convicted of a felony or misdemeanor described in subsection (a)(3) of this section:

(1) the nature of the crime;

(2) the relationship of the crime to the activities authorized by the license;

(3) with respect to a felony, the relevance of the conviction to the fitness and qualification of the applicant or licensee to provide pilotage;

(4) the length of time since the conviction; and

(5) the behavior and activities of the applicant or licensee before and after the conviction.
Md. Code, Transportation § 11-134.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-134.1
§11–134.
Status: in_force

§11–134.1.

(a) “Moped” means a bicycle that:

(1) Is designed to be operated by human power with the assistance of a motor;

(2) Is equipped with pedals that mechanically drive the rear wheel or wheels;

(3) Has two or three wheels, of which one is more than 14 inches in diameter; and

(4) Has a motor with a rating of 1.5 brake horsepower or less and, if the motor is an internal combustion engine, a capacity of 50 cubic centimeters piston displacement or less.

(b) “Moped” does not include an electric bicycle.
Md. Code, Human Services § 11-504 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-504
§11–504.
Status: in_force

(a) The Corporation may require a grantee to submit any reports the Corporation considers necessary regarding activities carried out under this title.

(b) (1) The Corporation may require grantees to keep records regarding funds provided by the Corporation.

(2) The Corporation shall have access to the records at all reasonable times to ensure compliance with the grant or contract or the terms and conditions on which financial assistance was provided.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 11-721 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 11 / Subtitle 7 / Section 11-721
§11–721.
Status: in_force

(a) A registrant may not knowingly fail to register, knowingly fail to provide the notice required under § 11–705 of this subtitle, knowingly fail to provide any information required to be included in a registration statement described in § 11–706 of this subtitle, or knowingly provide false information of a material fact as required by this subtitle.

(b) A person who violates this section:

(1) for a first offense, is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both; and

(2) for a second or subsequent offense, is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or a fine not exceeding $10,000 or both.

(c) A person who violates this section is subject to § 5–106(b) of the Courts Article.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 11-511 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-511
§11–511.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) On or before December 1, the Commission shall award all racing days for the next calendar year.

(2) However, the Commission may meet after December 1 to award racing days that are requested in applications.

(b) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Commission may award for any calendar year up to the number of racing days requested by an applicant.

(2) The Commission shall award at least 180 live racing days combined between Laurel Park in Anne Arundel County and Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore City in each calendar year unless:

(i) otherwise agreed to by a majority of the racing licensees, the organization that represents the majority of licensed thoroughbred owners and trainers in the State, and a group that represents a majority of the thoroughbred breeders in the State; or

(ii) the racing licensee is prevented by weather, acts of God, or other circumstances beyond the racing licensee’s control.

(c) The decision of the Commission on the award of a racing day is final.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 11-511 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-511
§11–511.
Status: in_force

(a) The Commissioner may issue a stop order denying effectiveness to, or suspending or revoking the effectiveness of, any registration statement if he finds that the order is in the public interest and that:

(1) The registration statement as of its effective date or as of any earlier date in the case of an order denying effectiveness, any amendment under § 11–510 of this subtitle as of its effective date, or any report under § 11–509 of this subtitle is incomplete in any material respect or contains any statement which was, in the light of the circumstances under which it was made, false or misleading with respect to any material fact;

(2) Any provision of this title or any rule, order, or condition lawfully imposed under this title has been willfully violated, in connection with the offering, by:

(i) The person filing the registration statement;

(ii) The issuer, any partner, officer, or director of the issuer, any person occupying a similar status or performing similar functions, or any person directly or indirectly controlling or controlled by the issuer, but only if the person filing the registration statement is directly or indirectly controlled by or acting for the issuer; or

(iii) Any underwriter;

(3) The security registered or sought to be registered is the subject of an administrative stop order or similar order or a permanent or temporary injunction of any court of competent jurisdiction entered under any other federal or State act applicable to the offering, but:

(i) The Commissioner may not institute a proceeding against an effective registration statement under this item (3) more than one year from the date of the order or injunction relied on; and

(ii) He may not enter an order under this item (3) on the basis of an order or injunction entered under any other State act unless that order or injunction was based on facts which would currently constitute a ground for a stop order under this section;

(4) The enterprise or method of business of the issuer includes or would include activities which are illegal where performed;

(5) The offering has worked or tended to work a fraud on purchasers or would so operate;

(6) If a security is sought to be registered by notification, it is not eligible for the registration;

(7) If a security is sought to be registered by coordination, there has been a failure to comply with the undertaking required by § 11–503(b)(4) of this subtitle; or

(8) The applicant or registrant has failed to pay the proper filing fee, but the Commissioner may enter only a denial order under this item (8) and he shall vacate the order when the deficiency is corrected.

(b) The Commissioner may not institute a stop–order proceeding against an effective registration statement on the basis of a fact or transaction known to him when the registration statement became effective unless the proceeding is instituted within the next 30 days.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 11-522 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-522
§11–522.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) This subsection applies only to a conventional home mortgage loan that is not already required by law or regulation by the State or federal government to be assumable in connection with the granting of absolute divorce.

(2) A mortgage lender or a mortgage lending business in the State shall include in any conventional home mortgage loan a provision authorizing any of the existing borrowers to purchase the property interest of another borrower on the loan by assuming the seller’s portion of the mortgage if:

(i) The assumption is in connection with the granting of a decree of absolute divorce; and

(ii) The mortgage lender or mortgage lending business determines that the assuming borrower qualifies for the loan.

(b) A mortgage lender or a mortgage lending business in the State shall disclose an assumption provision in any conventional home mortgage loan in writing to a loan applicant before the completion of the loan application.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 11-103 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-103
§11–103.
Status: in_force

A copy of any legislation concerning alcoholic beverages enacted by the county governing body under this title shall be sent to the Department of Legislative Services, 90 State Circle, Annapolis, Maryland 21401.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 11-502 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-502
§11–502.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in § 11–403.1(a) of this title and § 11–502.1 of this subtitle, each vendor shall complete, under oath, and file with the Comptroller a sales and use tax return:

(1) on or before the 20th day of the month that follows the month in which the vendor makes any retail sale or sale for use; and

(2) for other periods and on other dates that the Comptroller specifies by regulation, including periods in which the vendor does not make any retail sale or sale for use.

(b) A return shall state, for the period that the return covers:

(1) for a vendor making a retail sale in the State:

(i) the gross proceeds of the business of the vendor;

(ii) the taxable price of sales on which the sales and use tax is computed; and

(iii) the sales and use tax due; and

(2) for a vendor making a sale for use:

(i) the total value of the tangible personal property or taxable service the use of which became subject to the sales and use tax; and

(ii) the sales and use tax due.

(c) If the Comptroller approves, a vendor engaging in more than 1 business in which the vendor makes retail sales or sales for use may file a consolidated return covering the activities of the businesses.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 11-5A-02 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 11 / Subtitle 5A / Section 11-5A-02
§11–5A–02.
Status: in_force

(a) This section does not apply to an individual who produces unpackaged cigarettes for the individual’s consumption by using:

(1) A mechanical rolling machine; or

(2) A hand rolling device or procedure.

(b) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a retailer or vending machine operator may not purchase from a tobacco product manufacturer or sell, resell, distribute, dispense, or give away to any person an unpackaged cigarette.

(c) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a wholesaler may not sell, resell, distribute, dispense, or give away to any person in this State an unpackaged cigarette.

(d) In addition to any other penalties provided by law, a person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 3 months or both.
Md. Code, Transportation § 11-126 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-126
§11–126.
Status: in_force

“Gross weight” means the weight of a vehicle and its load.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 11-612.2 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 11 / Subtitle 6 / Section 11-612.2
§11–612.
Status: in_force

§11–612.2.

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

(2) “Active service member” has the meaning stated in § 9–901 of the State Government Article.

(3) (i) “Eligible spouse” means the spouse of an active service member or eligible veteran.

(ii) “Eligible spouse” includes a surviving spouse of:

1. An eligible veteran; or

2. An active service member who died within 1 year before the date on which the license application, renewal, or change of status is submitted.

(4) (i) “Eligible veteran” means a veteran who was discharged from active duty within 1 year before the date on which the license application, renewal, or change of status is submitted.

(ii) “Eligible veteran” does not include a veteran who has been discharged from active duty for more than 1 year before the license application, renewal, or change of status is submitted.

(b) To expedite the renewal or change of status of a license for an active service member, eligible veteran, or eligible spouse, the Commissioner may waive or suspend any licensing requirements to the extent that the waiver or suspension does not result in the failure to meet the minimum licensing standards set forth in 12 U.S.C. Chapter 51 and the regulations adopted under it.

(c) To expedite the issuance of a license to an active service member, eligible veteran, or eligible spouse who holds a valid mortgage loan originator license in another state, the Commissioner may waive or suspend any licensing requirements to the extent that the waiver or suspension does not result in the failure to meet the minimum licensing standards set forth in 12 U.S.C. Chapter 51 and the regulations adopted under it.

(d) The Commissioner shall publish prominently on the Commissioner’s website, or have published on a third–party website used for licensing mortgage loan originators in the State, the expedited processes for the issuance, renewal, or change of status of a license under this section.

(e) The Commissioner may adopt regulations to carry out this section.
Md. Code, Transportation § 11-113.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-113.1
§11–113.
Status: in_force

§11–113.1.

“Domicile” means the place of a person’s true, fixed, permanent home, without any present intention of completely abandoning that home, and to which he has the intention of returning whenever absent. Domicile does not include a temporary dwelling unless there is a present intention to abandon permanently or indefinitely the former domicile.
Md. Code, Real Property § 11B-113.5 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 11B / Subtitle 1 / Section 11B-113.5
§11B–113.
Status: in_force

§11B–113.5.

(a) This section establishes the process for the annexation of parcels of land that are subject to the deed, agreement, and declaration establishing any of the villages or town center in Columbia in Howard County.

(b) Notwithstanding any provision of law or contract, a parcel of land located in that area of land in Howard County that is subject to the deed, agreement, and declaration of covenants, easements, charges, and liens dated December 13, 1966, and recorded in the land records of Howard County in Liber W.H.H. 463, Folio 158, et seq. (the Columbia Association Declaration) that is not part of the village or town center in which the land is located may be annexed into the village or town center if:

(1) The owner or developer of the land makes an application for annexation to the village or town center community association; and

(2) The Columbia Association or its successor and the village or town center community association approve the annexation.

(c) An instrument that consolidates a parcel of land into the village or town center in which the land is located shall be executed and filed for recordation in the land records of Howard County.

(d) (1) A parcel of land that is annexed into a village or town center in accordance with this section shall be subject to the recorded covenants and restrictions of the village or town center in which the parcel of land is located.

(2) An annexation completed in accordance with this section may not abrogate or in any other way affect any approval previously granted or condition previously imposed under a recorded covenant or contract regarding improvements constructed on the annexed property.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 11-804.1 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 11 / Subtitle 8 / Section 11-804.1
§11–804.
Status: in_force

§11–804.1.

(a) Subject to the Interstate Horseracing Act of 1978, 15 U.S.C. §§ 3001 through 3007, a licensee may simulcast races held in this State to another jurisdiction where betting on racing is lawful.

(b) All payments to the licensee under this section shall be allocated to the licensee, purses, and the applicable bred fund in the way agreed to by:

(1) the licensee;

(2) the group that represents a majority of the applicable owners and trainers licensed in the State; and

(3) the group that represents a majority of the applicable breeders in the State.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 11-1704 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 11 / Subtitle 17 / Section 11-1704
§11–1704.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Cyber Maryland Board.

(b) The Board consists of the following members:

(1) the Senate and House of Delegates cochairs of the Joint Committee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Biotechnology;

(2) the Secretary, or the Secretary’s designee;

(3) the Secretary of Commerce, or the Secretary’s designee;

(4) the Maryland Secretary of Veterans and Military Families, or the Secretary’s designee;

(5) the Secretary of Information Technology, or the Secretary’s designee;

(6) the Secretary of Higher Education, or the Secretary’s designee;

(7) the State Superintendent of Schools, or the Superintendent’s designee;

(8) the Chair of the Board of Directors of the Cybersecurity Association, Inc., or the Chair’s designee;

(9) the Chair of the Maryland Workforce Association, or the Chair’s designee;

(10) the Adjutant General, or the Adjutant General’s designee;

(11) the Chief Executive Officer of the Maryland Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO), or the Chief Executive Officer’s designee; and

(12) the following members, appointed by the Governor:

(i) five members from the private sector with cybersecurity needs;

(ii) one representative from a nonprofit organization with expertise in cybersecurity talent development;

(iii) one representative from a community college;

(iv) one representative from a 4–year, public HBCU college; and

(v) one representative from a 4–year, public college.

(c) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the members of the Board shall elect a chair from among the members of the Board.

(2) The chair may not be:

(i) a State employee; or

(ii) the Chief Executive Officer of the Maryland Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO).

(d) The Board shall:

(1) provide input regarding the development of the statewide cybersecurity workforce development strategic plan required under § 11–1702(c)(4) of this subtitle;

(2) assist the Program with stakeholder outreach and engagement;

(3) help the Program explore synergies where appropriate with cybersecurity workforce development efforts by regional and county workforce development entities;

(4) coordinate as necessary with the Department of Commerce and the Department; and

(5) provide other advice and support for the Program.

(e) A member of the Board:

(1) may not receive compensation as a member of the Board; but

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

(f) To the extent practicable, the membership of the Board shall reflect the racial, gender, age, and geographic diversity of the State.

(g) The Board shall adopt bylaws that establish staggered terms for the members of the Board and procedures governing vacancies in membership.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 11-520 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-520
§11–520.
Status: in_force

A mortgage lender may not do business under any trade name that misrepresents or tends to misrepresent that the mortgage lender is:

(1) A bank, trust company, or savings bank;

(2) A savings and loan association;

(3) A credit union; or

(4) An insurance company.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 11-205.1 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-205.1
§11–205.
Status: in_force

§11–205.1.

(a) In connection with a procurement contract a person may not willfully:

(1) falsify, conceal, or suppress a material fact by any scheme or device;

(2) make a false or fraudulent statement or representation of a material fact; or

(3) use a false writing or document that contains a false or fraudulent statement or entry of a material fact.

(b) A person may not aid or conspire with another person to commit an act under subsection (a) of this section.

(c) A person who violates any provision of this section is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $20,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 11-624 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 11 / Subtitle 6 / Section 11-624
§11–624.
Status: in_force

(a) The Attorney General shall deposit money received under this subtitle in an interest bearing escrow account.

(b) Except as provided in § 11-625 of Part II of this subtitle and subsection (e) of this section, the Attorney General shall hold money for the benefit of and payable to the victim or victim’s representative, as provided in subsection (c) of this section.

(c) (1) Subject to the priority of claims stated in § 11-628 of Part II of this subtitle, the Attorney General shall pay to the victim or victim’s representative money from the escrow account to the extent of the money judgment or the amount of restitution if, within 5 years after the escrow account is established, the victim or victim’s representative:

(i) brings or has pending a civil action against the defendant in a court of competent jurisdiction;

(ii) has recovered a money judgment for damages against the defendant; or

(iii) has been awarded restitution.

(2) Any money that then remains in the escrow account shall be paid as this section provides.

(3) Money may not be paid under this subsection until the defendant:

(i) has been found guilty;

(ii) has pleaded nolo contendere;

(iii) has been placed on probation before judgment; or

(iv) has been found not criminally responsible for criminal conduct under § 3-109 of this article.

(d) (1) At least once every 6 months for 5 years after the date the Attorney General receives money or other consideration under this subtitle, the Attorney General shall publish a legal notice in a newspaper of general circulation in the county where the crime was committed and in counties contiguous to that county.

(2) The notice shall advise the victim or victim’s representative that escrow money is available to satisfy money judgments under this subtitle.

(3) The Attorney General may provide for any further notice that the Attorney General considers necessary.

(e) Except as provided in subsection (f) of this section, the Attorney General shall pay over to the defendant all of the money from the escrow account if:

(1) the charges against the defendant are dismissed;

(2) a nolle prosequi is entered;

(3) the defendant is acquitted;

(4) the defendant is found to be incompetent to stand trial under § 3-106 of this article and at least 5 years have passed since that finding without a further disposition of the charge; or

(5) the charges against the defendant are placed on the stet docket, and at least 3 years have passed.

(f) Notwithstanding § 11-628 of Part II of this subtitle, if a defendant was convicted before July 1, 1987, the Attorney General shall pay over to the defendant:

(1) all money in the escrow account if:

(i) at least 5 years have passed since the escrow account was established; and

(ii) no action by the victim or victim’s representative is pending against the defendant; or

(2) all money remaining in the escrow account after payment of the claims described in § 11-628 of Part II of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Transportation § 11-119 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-119
§11–119.
Status: in_force

“Explosive” means any chemical compound or mechanical mixture that is commonly used or intended to produce an explosion and that contains any oxidizing and combustive units or other ingredients in such proportions, quantities, or packing that an ignition by fire, friction, concussion, percussion, or detonator of any part of the compound or mixture may cause a sudden generation of highly heated gases and resultant gaseous pressures capable of injuring people or property.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 11-413 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 11 / Subtitle 4 / Section 11-413
§11–413.
Status: in_force

The Corporation may:

(1) borrow money to finance costs of a project or for any other corporate purpose of the Corporation;

(2) secure the payment of the borrowing by pledge of or mortgage or deed of trust on property or revenues of the Corporation; and

(3) combine projects for financing.
Md. Code, Insurance § 11-207 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-207
§11–207.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) By written order, the Commissioner may suspend or modify the filing requirement for a kind of insurance, subdivision or combination of kinds of insurance, or for classes of risks, for which it is not practicable to file rates before they are used.

(2) The Commissioner shall adopt regulations for the suspension or modification of filing requirements.

(b) A regulation adopted or order issued under this section shall be made known to the insurers and rating organizations affected by the regulation or order.

(c) The Commissioner may make any examination that the Commissioner considers advisable to determine if the rates affected by an order issued under this section meet the standards set forth in § 11-205 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 11-529 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-529
§11–529.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Advisory Committee” means the Maryland-Bred Race Fund Advisory Committee.

(c) “Fund” means the Maryland-Bred Race Fund.

(d) “Fund Race” means a race funded by the Maryland-Bred Race Fund.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 11-304 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-304
§11–304.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) This section applies to employees on probation following a promotion or reinstatement to a position in the skilled service or professional service.

(2) This section does not apply to probationary employees in the management service.

(b) If, in the appointing authority's judgment, a probationary employee subject to this section is unable or unwilling to satisfactorily perform the duties or responsibilities of the position, the appointing authority shall:

(1) return the employee to the employee's former position if it is vacant; or

(2) demote the employee to a position comparable to the employee’s position within the appointing authority's jurisdiction.

(c) A probationary employee may appeal a demotion under this section as a disciplinary action.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 11-627 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 11 / Subtitle 6 / Section 11-627
§11–627.
Status: in_force

Any action that a defendant takes to defeat the purpose of Part II of this subtitle, including an execution of a power of attorney, creation of a corporate entity, or designation of the defendant’s interest, is void as against public policy.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 11-516 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-516
§11–516.
Status: reserved

If the Preakness Stakes is transferred otherwise than under § 11-520(b) of this subtitle or if it is sold to a buyer other than the State, the takeout of the mutuel pools on each race held thereafter shall be allocated as follows:

(1) to the Maryland-Bred Race Fund, 1% of each mutuel pool;

(2) to the Commission, for State tax, 4.09% of each mutuel pool;

(3) to purses, 5% of each regular mutuel pool, 8% of each multiple mutuel pool on 2 horses, and 14% of each multiple mutuel pool on 3 or more horses; and

(4) to the licensee, 6.91% of each regular mutuel pool and 5.91% of each multiple mutuel pool, from which the licensee shall pay 0.25% of all pools to the Maryland Race Track Employees Pension Fund.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 11-802 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 11 / Subtitle 8 / Section 11-802
§11–802.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Every issuer filing an application for registration under this title and every issuer filing an application for, request for, or notice of an exemption from registration under this title, or a notice under § 11-503.1 of this title shall file with the Commissioner, in the form which the Commissioner by rule prescribes, an irrevocable consent appointing the Commissioner or the Commissioner’s successor in office to be the issuer’s attorney to receive service of any lawful process in any noncriminal suit, action, or proceeding against the issuer or the issuer’s successor or personal representative which arises under this title or any rules or order under this title after the consent has been filed, with the same force and validity as if served personally on the person filing the consent.

(2) A person who has filed the consent in connection with a previous filing need not file another.

(3) Service may be made by leaving a copy of the process in the office of the Commissioner, but it is not effective unless:

(i) The plaintiff, who may be the Commissioner, in a suit, action, or proceeding instituted by him, immediately sends notice of the service and a copy of the process by certified mail, return receipt requested, bearing a postmark from the United States Postal Service, to the defendant or respondent at the defendant’s or respondent’s last address on file with the Commissioner; and

(ii) The plaintiff’s affidavit of compliance with this section is filed in the case on or before the return day of the process, if any, or within any further time the court allows.

(b) (1) If any person, including any nonresident of this State, engages in conduct prohibited or made actionable by this title or any rule or order under this title, and he has not filed a consent to service of process under subsection (a) of this section and personal jurisdiction over him cannot otherwise be obtained in this State, that conduct is equivalent to his appointment of the Commissioner or his successor in office to be his attorney to receive service of any lawful process in any noncriminal suit, action, or proceeding against him or his successor or personal representative which grows out of that conduct and which is brought under this title or any rule or order under this title, with the same force and validity as if served on him personally.

(2) Service may be made by leaving a copy of the process in the office of the Commissioner, but it is not effective unless:

(i) The plaintiff, who may be the Commissioner, in a suit, action, or proceeding instituted by him, immediately sends notice of the service and a copy of the process by certified mail, return receipt requested, bearing a postmark from the United States Postal Service, to the defendant or respondent at his last known address or takes other steps which are reasonably calculated to give actual notice; and

(ii) The plaintiff’s affidavit of compliance with this section is filed in the case on or before the return day of the process, if any, or within any further time the court allows.

(c) When process is served under this section, the court or the Commissioner in a proceeding before him, shall order the continuance necessary to afford the defendant or respondent reasonable opportunity to defend.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 11-702 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 11 / Subtitle 7 / Section 11-702
§11–702.
Status: in_force

A judge of the District Court may not issue a blank execution on a judgment.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 11-114 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-114
§11–114.
Status: in_force

(a) A victim or victim’s representative who receives notification under § 11-113(b) of this subtitle may disclose the results of the test to another person to protect the health and safety of, or to seek compensation for, the victim, the victim’s sexual partner, or the victim’s family.

(b) (1) Except as otherwise provided in Part II of this subtitle, a person who receives notification or disclosure of the results of the test under subsection (a) of this section may not knowingly disclose the results of that test.

(2) A person who violates this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 90 days or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 11-204 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-204
§11–204.
Status: in_force

(a) A majority of the members then serving on the Board is a quorum.

(b) The Board shall meet:

(1) At least twice a year, at the times and places that it determines; and

(2) When requested by the Secretary.

(c) In accordance with the budget of the Board, each member of the Board is entitled to:

(1) Compensation, at a rate determined by the Board, for each day on which the member is engaged in the duties of the member’s office; and

(2) Reimbursement for expenses at a rate determined by the Board.

(d) The Board may employ a staff in accordance with the budget of the Board.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 11-210 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-210
§11–210.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A person having a bona fide scientific, educational, governmental, artistic, news, or other similar justification for possessing or distributing prohibited matter is not subject to the prohibitions and penalties imposed by this subtitle.

(2) A distribution made in accordance with a bona fide scientific, educational, governmental, artistic, news, or other similar justification is not subject to the prohibitions and penalties imposed by this subtitle.

(b) A justification is not bona fide under this section if a reasonable person would find that a dominant purpose of the depiction of an individual under the age of 16 years engaging in sexual conduct is to arouse or gratify sexual desire in either the violator, the individual under the age of 16 years, or the viewer.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 11-404 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 11 / Subtitle 4 / Section 11-404
§11–404.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) To help pay for facilities and services in communities within 2 miles of the Pimlico Race Course or 3 miles of the Laurel Race Course, the Comptroller shall pay money to Baltimore City, the City of Laurel, and Anne Arundel and Howard counties in accordance with this section.

(2) The money shall be paid from the Special Fund in an annual grant.

(b) In any year, payments required under this section may not be less than the total allocated for 140 days of live racing at each track.

(c) (1) If 140 or more days of live racing in a year are held at Pimlico Race Course, the Comptroller shall pay to Baltimore City:

(i) $2,800 for each day of live racing; and

(ii) $1,400 for each additional day of intertrack betting without live racing held.

(2) If fewer than 140 days of live racing in a year are held at Pimlico Race Course, the Comptroller shall pay to Baltimore City:

(i) $2,800 for each day of live racing or intertrack betting without live racing held, up to a maximum payment for 140 days; and

(ii) $1,400 for each additional day of intertrack betting without live racing held.

(d) (1) If 140 or more days of live racing in a year are held at Laurel Race Course, the Comptroller shall pay:

(i) for each day of live racing, $2,000 to Anne Arundel County, $500 to Howard County, and $300 to the City of Laurel; and

(ii) for each additional day of intertrack betting without live racing held, $1,000 to Anne Arundel County, $250 to Howard County, and $150 to the City of Laurel.

(2) If fewer than 140 days of live racing in a year are held at Laurel Race Course, the Comptroller shall pay:

(i) for each day of live racing or each day of intertrack betting without live racing held, up to a maximum payment for 140 days, $2,000 to Anne Arundel County, $500 to Howard County, and $300 to the City of Laurel; and

(ii) for each additional day of intertrack betting without live racing held, $1,000 to Anne Arundel County, $250 to Howard County, and $150 to the City of Laurel.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 11-210 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-210
§11–210.
Status: in_force

(a) A license is not transferable.

(b) (1) Each licensee shall conspicuously post, in 48 point or larger type, at each licensed location the following information:

(i) The licensee’s unique identifier; and

(ii) A statement advising consumers of the availability of the NMLS Consumer Access website to verify the licensing status of the licensee.

(2) Each licensee shall conspicuously display the following information on the licensee’s website, any software application accessible to the public and used to make loans under the Maryland Consumer Loan Law, and profile page within each social media platform the licensee uses:

(i) The licensee’s unique identifier; and

(ii) A link to the NMLS Consumer Access website.

(c) A licensee is not required to post the information required in subsection (b)(1) of this section at a licensed location if the licensee does not regularly grant access to that licensed location to members of the general public.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 11-541 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-541
§11–541.
Status: in_force

(a) If there are fewer than 5 separate qualified entries in a Fund Race, the Commission shall cancel the Fund Race.

(b) If the Commission cancels a Fund Race, the Commission shall give notice to the licensee in time to allow the licensee to schedule a substitute race.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 11-204.3 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-204.3
§11–204.
Status: in_force

§11–204.3.

An applicant for a registration shall:

(1) Submit to the Secretary an application on the form that the Secretary provides; and

(2) Pay to the Secretary the appropriate registration fee established in § 11-204.7 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 11-906 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 11 / Subtitle 9 / Section 11-906
§11–906.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a beer, wine, and liquor (hotel–limited service) license.

(b) The Board may issue a license to a person who owns or leases a hotel that:

(1) has at least 50 rooms; and

(2) operates a kitchen licensed at least as a food service facility.

(c) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor every day at one or more locations in the hotel for on–premises consumption.

(d) The annual license fee is $2,800.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 11-404 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 11 / Subtitle 4 / Section 11-404
§11–404.
Status: in_force

(a) Unless certified under this section, a licensed optometrist may not administer a topical ocular diagnostic pharmaceutical agent to a patient.

(b) The Board shall certify a licensed optometrist as qualified to administer topical ocular diagnostic pharmaceutical agents if the licensed optometrist submits to the Board evidence satisfactory to the Board that the licensed optometrist:

(1) Meets the educational requirements that the Board establishes for certification of qualification to administer topical ocular diagnostic pharmaceutical agents; and

(2) Has within 7 years before certification completed a course in pharmacology that meets the requirements of subsection (c) of this section.

(c) The course in pharmacology required by subsection (b) of this section shall:

(1) Be of at least the length that the Board establishes but not less than 70 course hours;

(2) Place emphasis on:

(i) Topical application of ocular diagnostic pharmaceutical agents for the purpose of examining and analyzing ocular functions; and

(ii) Allergic reactions to ocular diagnostic pharmaceutical agents; and

(3) Be given by an institution that is:

(i) Accredited by a regional or professional accrediting organization that is recognized or approved by the United States Commissioner of Education; and

(ii) Approved by the Board.

(d) The Board shall revoke the certification of qualification to administer topical ocular diagnostic pharmaceutical agents of any licensed optometrist who does not annually take a course of study, approved by the Board, that relates to the use of those agents.

(e) Certification of qualification under this section authorizes the licensed optometrist who is certified under this section to administer a topical ocular diagnostic pharmaceutical agent to a patient for diagnostic purposes but not for purposes of treatment.

(f) Except as expressly authorized under this section for diagnostic purposes or under § 11-404.1 of this subtitle for therapeutic purposes, an optometrist may not administer drugs or medicine to any patient.

(g) The Department shall collect and report statistical information on the incidences of negative reactions to the administration by optometrists of topical ocular diagnostic pharmaceutical agents.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 11-417 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 11 / Subtitle 4 / Section 11-417
§11–417.
Status: in_force

(a) The Corporation may:

(1) fix and collect rates or charges for its services;

(2) establish the terms and conditions for the services; and

(3) contract with a person for the provision of the services of the Corporation.

(b) The rates or charges of the Corporation are not subject to supervision or regulation by any other unit of the State or by a political subdivision of the State.

(c) Subject to any agreement, the Corporation may apply its revenues to any lawful purpose.

(d) Except as necessary to pay an obligation or to implement programs of the Corporation, the net revenue of the Corporation may not benefit a person other than Cecil County.
Md. Code, Education § 11-1902 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 11 / Subtitle 19 / Section 11-1902
§11–1902.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Maryland Pathway to Nursing Pilot Program in the Commission.

(b) The goals of the Program are to:

(1) Support students in licensed practical nursing educational programs who intend to practice licensed practical nursing as a career in the State or continue on the nursing educational pathway to become a registered nurse in the State;

(2) Alleviate the shortage of nursing professionals by increasing the graduation and licensure rates of licensed practical nursing and registered nursing students in the State;

(3) Increase the number of licensed practical nurses and registered nurses who reflect the diversity of the communities they serve;

(4) Facilitate student applications for financial resources that provide tuition assistance, loan repayment, and support for other educational costs; and

(5) Provide Program participants with financial assistance to cover the cost of:

(i) Computers, textbooks, and other supplies and additional education support services; and

(ii) Wraparound support services that provide assistance with transportation, child care, elder care, and other living expenses that pose a barrier to students successfully completing the student’s educational requirements.

(c) The Secretary, in consultation with the Committee, shall determine the following for the Program:

(1) The time frame and steps necessary to establish the Program;

(2) The areas of the State in which the Program will operate;

(3) Funding to support the Program, including a strategy for sustainability through braided funding from local workforce development boards, local health care systems, and federal grants;

(4) The resources necessary to support the Program; and

(5) The types of evaluations, including obtaining feedback from students and educational institutions, needed to make recommendations about the Program’s design and expansion statewide.

(d) On or before July 1, 2025, the Secretary shall issue grants to at least two pilot sites, located in diverse areas, that meet the Commission’s requirements for participation in the Program.

(e) On or before December 15, 2024, and each December 15 thereafter through 2029, the Secretary shall report to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly on the implementation of the Program.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 11-506 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-506
§11–506.
Status: in_force

(a) To qualify for a license, an applicant shall satisfy the Commissioner that the applicant is of good moral character and has sufficient financial responsibility, business experience, and general fitness to:

(1) Engage in business as a mortgage lender;

(2) Warrant the belief that the business will be conducted lawfully, honestly, fairly, and efficiently; and

(3) Command the confidence of the public.

(b) (1) To qualify for a license, the applicant shall satisfy the Commissioner that the applicant has at least 3 years of experience in the mortgage lending business.

(2) If the applicant is a sole proprietor, the applicant shall have the required experience.

(3) If the applicant is a joint venture, or general or limited partnership, at least one of the coventurers or general partners shall have the required experience.

(4) If the applicant is a business entity of any other kind, type, or classification, at least one of the principal officers or members shall have the required experience.

(c) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Commissioner may deny an application for a license to any person who has been officially reprimanded or has committed any act that would be a ground for suspension or revocation of a license under this subtitle.

(2) The Commissioner shall deny an application for a license filed by:

(i) An individual who has been convicted within the last 10 years of a felony involving fraud, theft, or forgery; and

(ii) An entity that has a director, officer, partner, member, or owner of 10 percent or more of the entity who has been convicted within the last 10 years of a felony involving fraud, theft, or forgery.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 11-418 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 11 / Subtitle 4 / Section 11-418
§11–418.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, the Corporation is exempt from any requirement to pay any taxes or assessments on its properties, activities, or any revenue from its properties or activities.

(b) Property that the Corporation sells or leases to a private entity is subject to State and local property taxes from the time of the sale or lease.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 11-108 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-108
§11–108.
Status: in_force

A license to engage in business as a dealer authorizes the licensee to store 1.4 G fireworks and 1.3 G display fireworks at approved locations in storage buildings approved by the State Fire Marshal or the local authority with jurisdiction over local fire prevention codes.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 11-704.2 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 11 / Subtitle 7 / Section 11-704.2
§11–704.
Status: in_force

§11–704.2.

(a) On written request by a federal agency operating a federal witness security program established under 18 U.S.C. 3521, the registration requirement for a sex offender under the protection of a federal witness security program is waived and the person under protection is exempt from registration.

(b) On written request by a nonfederal agency that operates a witness protection program comparable to a federal program established under 18 U.S.C. 3521, the registration requirement for a sex offender under the protection of a witness protection program is waived and the person under protection is exempt from registration.

(c) A waiver granted under this section is terminated, and registration is required, if a sex offender exempted from registration under this section subsequently is convicted of an offense that requires registration under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 11-704 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 11 / Subtitle 7 / Section 11-704
§11–704.
Status: in_force

The District Court may not, in aid of enforcement or execution of a money judgment resulting from a small claim action under § 4–405 of this article, order an individual to:

(1) Appear for an examination; or

(2) Answer interrogatories.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 11-818 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 11 / Subtitle 8 / Section 11-818
§11–818.
Status: in_force

(a) Any person may apply for a permit.

(b) An applicant for a permit shall submit to the executive director of the Commission an application in the form that the Commission requires.

(c) Except as provided in subsection (e) of this section, the Commission shall conduct a personal and financial background check of an applicant for a permit including:

(1) a review, by a certified public accountant, of the certified financial statements of the applicant, including contingent or pledged liabilities, sufficient to determine the ability of the applicant to purchase or lease, and develop and maintain the satellite simulcast facility for which the permit is sought;

(2) an income statement of the applicant for the most recent year;

(3) a statement of financial and related records of any person in which the applicant has at least a majority interest;

(4) a disclosure of all financial interests in horse racing and any other legalized betting activity;

(5) the disclosure of each person who is a beneficial owner of the applicant;

(6) with the assistance of federal, State, and local law enforcement authorities, a criminal background review; and

(7) a character review.

(d) The Commission shall adopt regulations establishing uniform procedures for conducting the personal and financial background check required by this section.

(e) The Commission may waive all or any portion of the review that it determines to be appropriate for any applicant that is:

(1) a licensee;

(2) a video lottery operation licensee under Title 9, Subtitle 1A of the State Government Article; or

(3) a sports wagering facility licensee under Title 9, Subtitle 1E of the State Government Article.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 11-504 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-504
§11–504.
Status: in_force

(a) A workforce development program is established to implement the federal Act.

(b) (1) This program shall provide employment, training, supportive and related services to eligible job seekers, as defined in the federal Act, including individuals with barriers to employment, such as those who are low income or low–skilled, to allow individuals to succeed in the labor market and to match employers with the skilled workers needed to compete in the global economy.

(2) (i) Subject to subparagraph (iv) of this paragraph, the State Department of Transportation shall issue to training providers weekly transit passes, in the form of magnetic passes or loaded smart cards, for local bus, light rail, or metro subway service provided by the Maryland Transit Administration.

(ii) The training providers shall provide the weekly transit passes issued under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph to individuals receiving employment and training services under the program established in accordance with subsection (a) of this section.

(iii) A training provider shall reimburse the Department of Transportation for the cost of transit passes provided to the training provider under this paragraph.

(iv) To be eligible to receive transit passes under this paragraph, a training provider shall include in its contract with the local workforce development board or local workforce development agency a provision requiring reimbursement of the training provider for its costs under subparagraph (iii) of this paragraph.

(c) The County Commissioners of Carroll County may appropriate funds necessary to enter into contracts with private or public enterprises for the training or retraining of workers of those enterprises.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 11-2103 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 11 / Subtitle 21 / Section 11-2103
§11–2103.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, instead of ordering the revocation or suspension of a license, the Board may order a license holder to exchange the license for a lesser license:

(1) under which only alcoholic beverages of a lower alcoholic content or of a more limited kind than under the license ordered exchanged may be sold; and

(2) that has fewer privileges or more or greater restrictions than the license ordered exchanged.

(b) Subsection (a) of this section applies only if:

(1) after a hearing, the Board finds that a license holder or the operation of a licensed premises has violated or is violating this article; and

(2) the penalty for the violation requires or allows a license to be revoked or suspended.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 11-905 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 11 / Subtitle 9 / Section 11-905
§11–905.
Status: in_force

(a) The State of Maryland assents to the federal acts.

(b) The State Treasurer shall:

(1) be the custodian of any money received under the federal acts; and

(2) disburse this money in accordance with the federal acts.

(c) The Maryland Department of Labor and the State Board of Education, as appropriate, shall:

(1) cooperate with the appropriate federal agencies in administering the federal acts;

(2) do anything necessary to secure the benefits of the federal acts;

(3) facilitate the transfer of funds to the appropriate operational agency; and

(4) represent this State in all matters relating to the administration of the federal acts.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 11-804 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 11 / Subtitle 8 / Section 11-804
§11–804.
Status: reserved

(a) There is a Criminal Injuries Compensation Board in the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy.

(b) (1) The Board consists of seven members.

(2) The membership of the Board shall reflect the racial, ethnic, geographic, and gender diversity of the State.

(3) Of the seven members of the Board:

(i) one shall be a family member of a homicide victim;

(ii) at least one shall be a survivor of violence who is a member of a community that experiences disproportionately high rates of violence and incarceration; and

(iii) at least one shall be a representative of an organization that provides assistance to victims applying for victim compensation.

(4) The Executive Director shall appoint the members of the Board, with the approval of the Governor and the advice and consent of the Senate.

(c) (1) The term of a member is 5 years.

(2) A member who is appointed to fill a vacancy occurring other than by expiration of a term serves for the rest of the unexpired term.

(3) A member may not serve more than two consecutive terms.

(d) (1) With the approval of the Governor, the Executive Director shall designate one member of the Board as chairman.

(2) The chairman serves at the pleasure of the Executive Director.

(e) (1) Each member of the Board shall devote the time necessary to perform the duties listed under this subtitle.

(2) Each member of the Board is entitled to:

(i) compensation in accordance with the State budget; and

(ii) reimbursement for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations, as provided in the State budget.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 11-812 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 11 / Subtitle 8 / Section 11-812
§11–812.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board may not make an award unless money is appropriated and available for the full amount of the award.

(b) If a multiyear award is made, the total amount of the award shall be obligated and held for the time necessary to complete payment in accordance with the provisions of the award.

(c) If payment of an award is terminated for any reason after June 30 of the fiscal year in which the award was made, the rest of the award shall revert to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Fund established under § 11-819 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 11-507 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-507
§11–507.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) To apply for a license, an applicant shall:

(i) Complete, sign, and submit to the Commissioner an application made under oath in the form, and in accordance with the process, that the Commissioner requires; and

(ii) Provide all information that the Commissioner requests.

(2) The application shall include:

(i) The applicant’s legal name and any trade name used by the applicant in accordance with § 2–121 of this article;

(ii) The applicant’s principal executive office address;

(iii) If the applicant is not an individual, the name and residence address of each control person;

(iv) The address of each additional location, if any, that:

1. The general public may reasonably view as a location that does business as a mortgage lender, including any location that investigates customer complaints or directly communicates with customers verbally, electronically, or in writing;

2. Houses any core operational infrastructure or technology systems;

3. Conducts any core management, information security and technology, risk and compliance, or finance functions; or

4. Is otherwise required to be listed in NMLS by regulation the Commissioner adopts under this subtitle; and

(v) Any other pertinent information that the Commissioner requires.

(3) The applicant shall comply with all conditions and provisions of the application for licensure and be issued a license before acting as a mortgage lender.

(b) The applicant shall pay to the Commissioner the following fees:

(1) A nonrefundable investigation fee set by the Commissioner; and

(2) A nonrefundable license fee set by the Commissioner.

(c) In addition to the license fee required under subsection (b)(2) of this section, an applicant for an initial license shall pay to NMLS any fees that NMLS imposes in connection with the application.

(d) In addition to any sanctions that may be imposed under this subtitle by the Commissioner, a nonrefundable surcharge of $500 shall be paid:

(1) With an application if the applicant has begun acting as a mortgage lender without a license; and

(2) By a licensee if the licensee has acted as a mortgage lender at a location that is not a licensed location.

(e) A person who knowingly makes a false statement under oath on an application filed with the Commissioner under this section is guilty of perjury and on conviction is subject to the penalties of § 9–101 of the Criminal Law Article.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 11-405 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 11 / Subtitle 4 / Section 11-405
§11–405.
Status: in_force

To apply for a license, an applicant shall submit to the Board an application on the form that the Board provides.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 11-1609 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 11 / Subtitle 16 / Section 11-1609
§11–1609.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Board may issue:

(i) a second license, if the second license is any Class H license, to:

1. a holder of any Class B license that has a restriction prohibiting sales for consumption off the premises; or

2. a holder of any Class H license; or

(ii) not more than four additional licenses, if each additional license is a Class H beer and light wine license, to:

1. a holder of a Class B beer and light wine license that has a restriction prohibiting sales for consumption off the premises; or

2. a holder of a Class H beer and light wine license.

(2) At least one restaurant for which the Class H license under paragraph (1) of this subsection is sought or to which the original Class B or Class H license applies must be in:

(i) a suburban community center designated by the county in accordance with Bill Nos. 36–96 and 70–96 of the county ordinances; or

(ii) one of the following locations as the location existed on October 1, 1999:

1. the Glen Burnie Urban Renewal Area;

2. the Parole Town Center Growth Management Area;

3. the Odenton Town Center Growth Management Area;

4. the Baltimore–Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport State Priority Funding Area, as designated by the county in accordance with § 6–301(f)(8) of the Economic Development Article;

5. a shopping center with a gross area of at least 1,000,000 square feet that is zoned C3 General Commercial by the zoning article of the County Code; or

6. the Route 198 corridor, consisting of properties located within 500 feet of the right–of–way of Maryland Route 198, from Maryland Route 32 on the east to the Prince George’s County–Anne Arundel County line on the west.

(b) The Board may not issue more than 60 Class H licenses under this section.

(c) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Board may issue a maximum of:

(i) two licenses to a person in the county if each license is a Class H beer, wine, and liquor license; or

(ii) five licenses to a person in the county if each license is a Class H beer and light wine license.

(2) At least one restaurant for which one of the Class H licenses under paragraph (1) of this subsection is sought must be in:

(i) a suburban community center designated by the county in accordance with Bill Nos. 36–96 and 70–96 of the county ordinances; or

(ii) one of the following locations as the location existed on October 1, 1999:

1. the Glen Burnie Urban Renewal Area;

2. the Parole Town Center Growth Management Area;

3. the Odenton Town Center Growth Management Area;

4. the Baltimore–Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport State Priority Funding Area, as designated by the county in accordance with § 6–301(f)(8) of the Economic Development Article;

5. a shopping center with a gross area of at least 1,000,000 square feet that is zoned C3 General Commercial by the zoning article of the County Code; or

6. the Route 198 corridor, consisting of properties located within 500 feet of the right–of–way of Maryland Route 198, from Route 32 on the east to the Prince George’s County–Anne Arundel County line on the west.

(d) A franchisor may not have a direct ownership interest, as defined by the Board, in more than five licenses under this section.

(e) The Board shall adopt regulations:

(1) to carry out this section; and

(2) that define “direct ownership interest” for the purposes of subsection (d) of this section.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 11-1704 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 11 / Subtitle 17 / Section 11-1704
§11–1704.
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding § 11–1505 of this title, a person that has an interest in more than one license may transfer each license to a similar type of business establishment.
Md. Code, Correctional Services § 11-901 — MD Code / Article gcs / Title 11 / Subtitle 9 / Section 11-901
§11–901.
Status: in_force

In this subtitle, “fund” means an incarcerated individual welfare fund established under § 11–902 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Election Law § 11-502 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-502
§11–502.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board of State Canvassers consists of the following members:

(1) the Secretary of State;

(2) the Comptroller;

(3) the State Treasurer;

(4) the Clerk of the Supreme Court of Maryland; and

(5) the Attorney General.

(b) Three members of the Board of State Canvassers constitute a quorum.

(c) The State Administrator serves as secretary to the Board of State Canvassers.

(d) The members of the Board of State Canvassers may appoint designees to serve on the Board of State Canvassers as follows:

(1) the Secretary of State may appoint a Deputy Secretary of State;

(2) the Comptroller may appoint the Chief Deputy Comptroller;

(3) the State Treasurer may appoint the deputy treasurer;

(4) the Clerk of the Supreme Court of Maryland may appoint the Chief Deputy; and

(5) the Attorney General may appoint the Deputy Attorney General.

(e) A member of the Board of State Canvassers shall submit a designation under subsection (d) of this section to the State Administrator at least 7 days before the Board of State Canvassers convenes.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 11-307 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-307
§11–307.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) On request of a licensee, the Commission may return to the licensee a fee paid for racing on a day when the licensee fails to hold racing if:

(i) on that day, racing is impossible, impracticable, or inadvisable;

(ii) the licensee is not in default; and

(iii) the reason for the lack of racing is beyond the control of the licensee.

(2) The decision of the Commission is final.

(b) If a licensee does not hold racing on the full number of its authorized racing days because of bad weather conditions, the Commission may award to the licensee replacement races or racing days.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 11-201 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-201
§11–201.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as otherwise provided by law, this subtitle only applies to skilled service and professional service employees in the State Personnel Management System.

(2) The procedures in this subtitle do not apply to:

(i) a disciplinary action under Subtitle 1 of this title;

(ii) a termination or separation from employment under Subtitle 3 of this title; or

(iii) special appointees.

(b) This subtitle does not prevent the layoff of an employee who submits to the head of the employee's principal unit a written request to be laid off.
Md. Code, Correctional Services § 11-204 — MD Code / Article gcs / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-204
§11–204.
Status: in_force

A county or managing official is not responsible for payment for services or treatment rendered to an incarcerated individual as a result of admission to a State facility for individuals who have mental disorders as defined in § 10–101(i) of the Health – General Article.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 11-107 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-107
§11–107.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in § 11-106 of this subtitle, the legal rate of interest on a judgment shall be at the rate of 10 percent per annum on the amount of judgment.

(b) The legal rate of interest on a money judgment for rent of residential premises shall be at the rate of 6 percent per annum on the amount of the judgment.

(c) The legal rate of interest on a money judgment for delinquent real or personal property taxes shall be the greater of:

(1) The sum of the rates fixed under §§ 14-603 and 14-702 of the Tax - Property Article for interest and penalties; or

(2) At the rate of 10 percent per annum.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 11-103 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-103
§11–103.
Status: in_force

It is unlawful for a person to:

(a) Knowingly participate in a discriminatory boycott; or

(b) Knowingly aid or assist any other person in participating in a discriminatory boycott. However, nothing in this subtitle shall make it unlawful for any person who does not otherwise participate or agree to participate in a “discriminatory boycott” merely to handle or ship the goods of a person who may be in violation of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Education § 11-1302 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 11 / Subtitle 13 / Section 11-1302
§11–1302.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a James W. Hubbard Inclusive Higher Education Grant Program.

(b) The Program shall award competitive grants to institutions of higher education to develop and implement programs that provide inclusive higher education opportunities for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Md. Code, Insurance § 11-604 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 11 / Subtitle 6 / Section 11-604
§11–604.
Status: in_force

A carrier shall provide notice annually to its insureds and enrollees, and post a notice on the carrier’s Web site, that an insured or enrollee may access information about proposed rate increases and submit comments regarding proposed rate increases on the Administration’s Web site.
Md. Code, Family Law § 11-102 — MD Code / Article gfl / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-102
§11–102.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, in a proceeding for divorce, alimony, or annulment of marriage, the court may award alimony pendente lite to either party.

(b) The court may not award alimony pendente lite in a proceeding for alimony on a bill of complaint for alimony to the spouse of a resident in a related institution as defined in § 19-301 of the Health - General Article if the petitioner attempts to satisfy the separation grounds for divorce under §§ 7-102 and 7-103 of this article based on the spouse’s residence in a related institution.
Md. Code, Human Services § 11-502 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-502
§11–502.
Status: in_force

(a) The Corporation shall ensure that grants and contracts are made to:

(1) provide the most stable, economical, and effective delivery of legal assistance; and

(2) provide access to legal assistance to eligible clients in all areas of the State.

(b) The Corporation may not use a political test or political qualifications to select or monitor a grantee under this title.

(c) (1) This subsection does not apply to a suspension or termination of financial assistance or a denial of an application for refunding because of a lack of available funds.

(2) The Corporation shall prescribe procedures in accordance with this subsection to govern:

(i) the suspension or termination of financial assistance; and

(ii) the denial of an application for refunding.

(3) The procedures shall ensure that financial assistance committed may not be suspended or terminated and an application for refunding may not be denied unless the grantee has been given:

(i) reasonable notice; and

(ii) an opportunity for a timely, full, and fair hearing conducted by an independent hearing examiner.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 11-312 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-312
§11–312.
Status: in_force

(a) Unless the Board agrees to accept the surrender of a license, a licensed optometrist may not surrender the license nor may the license lapse by operation of law while the licensee is under investigation or while charges are pending against the optometrist.

(b) The Board may set conditions on its agreement with the optometrist under investigation or against whom charges are pending to accept surrender of the optometrist’s license.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 11-208 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-208
§11–208.
Status: in_force

The Board may adopt regulations to carry out this article.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 11-305 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-305
§11–305.
Status: in_force

(a) For the purpose of committing a crime under Title 3, Subtitle 3 of this article, a person may not:

(1) persuade or entice or aid in the persuasion or enticement of an individual under the age of 16 years from the individual’s home or from the custody of the individual’s parent or guardian; and

(2) knowingly secrete or harbor or aid in the secreting or harboring of the individual who has been persuaded or enticed in the manner described in item (1) of this subsection.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 25 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.

(c) It is not a defense to prosecution under this section that the person did not know the age of the victim.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 11-209 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-209
§11–209.
Status: in_force

(a) If the Secretary finds that any package or amount of any commodity is possessed, offered, or exposed for sale in violation of law, the Secretary may order them off-sale and may mark or tag them to show they are illegal.

(b) Whenever the Secretary finds that any violation of this subtitle or any rule or regulation adopted under it has occurred, he may issue a stop-use order, stop-removal order, and removal order with respect to weights and measures being, or capable of being, commercially used. He may issue stop-removal orders and removal orders with respect to any package or amount of any commodity possessed, offered, or exposed for sale, sold, or being delivered if he deems it necessary for the protection of the public.

(c) No person may sell, use, remove, otherwise dispose of, or fail to remove from the premises specified, any weight, measure, or package or an amount of any commodity contrary to the terms of any order issued under this section.

(d) This section does not limit the right of the Secretary to proceed as authorized by other sections of this title.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 11-109.1 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-109.1
§11–109.
Status: in_force

§11–109.1.

A calculation of damages for loss of earnings resulting from personal injury or wrongful death may not be reduced based on race, ethnicity, or gender.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 11-308 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-308
§11–308.
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 a license expires, the Board shall send to the licensee, by electronic means or first–class mail to the last known electronic or physical 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, a 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; and

(ii) Satisfactory evidence of compliance with the continuing education requirements set under this subtitle for license renewal.

(d) The Board shall renew the license of and issue a renewal certificate to each licensee who meets the requirements of this section.

(e) If an optometrist does not renew a license before its expiration date, the Board shall send to the optometrist a notice stating that the license will expire 30 days after the notice is sent unless the optometrist applies for renewal within the grace period.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 11-519 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-519
§11–519.
Status: reserved

(a) Until the conveyance required under subsection (d) of this section, the owner of the Bowie Race Course Training Center shall operate the Center as a thoroughbred training facility to provide more stall space for a race meeting that a licensee holds.

(b) Until the conveyance required under subsection (d) of this section, the owner of the Bowie Race Course Training Center is responsible for the cost to improve, maintain, and operate the Center.

(c) As long as the Bowie Race Course Training Center is used for the purpose specified in subsection (a) of this section, the Commission shall have general regulatory jurisdiction over the Center to:

(1) provide enough stalls;

(2) maintain safe operating conditions;

(3) require the owner of the Center to submit an annual operating financial statement; and

(4) order reasonable improvements.

(d) (1) (i) On or before December 31, 2023, the owner of the Bowie Race Course Training Center shall convey the Bowie Race Course Training Center property to the City of Bowie “as is”, with all defects that may exist, whether known or unknown, and without any express or implied warranty, guarantee by, or recourse against the conveyor of the property.

(ii) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the conveyor of the Bowie Race Course Training Center property shall be held harmless against any and all claims and risks, now or in the future, arising directly or indirectly from, or in any way related to, the condition of the property or conveyance, with all those claims and risks assumed by the City of Bowie.

(2) The portion of the Bowie Race Course Training Center property transferred to the City of Bowie that is within 100 feet of the top of the Patuxent River bank shall be used for passive recreational activities, including hiking, wildlife viewing, picnicking, and walking.

(3) The portion of the Bowie Race Course Training Center property transferred to the City of Bowie not described under paragraph (2) of this subsection may:

(i) be used only for active recreational activities, including baseball, football, soccer, and cricket; and

(ii) have only one structure that is up to 50,000 square feet constructed on the property.

(4) On or before January 1, 2021, the City of Bowie shall enter into a joint use agreement, including an easement, with Bowie State University for the future use of the property described under paragraph (3) of this subsection.

(5) The City of Bowie and Bowie State University shall report to the General Assembly, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, on the final terms of the joint use agreement entered into under this subsection.
Md. Code, Family Law § 11-111 — MD Code / Article gfl / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-111
§11–111.
Status: in_force

(a) In accordance with the provisions of § 15-408 of the Insurance Article, the court may, either after a divorce is granted or pendente lite, allocate between the parties any additional costs of providing hospital, medical, or surgical benefits under a group contract or require continuation or reinstatement of such benefits.

(b) A court may, either after a divorce or pendente lite, allocate between the parties any expenses incurred for continuation of hospital, medical, or surgical benefits made available under a group contract in accordance with federal law.
Md. Code, Education § 11-1406 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 11 / Subtitle 14 / Section 11-1406
§11–1406.
Status: in_force

The governing entities may adopt policies necessary to carry out this subtitle.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 11-223 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-223
§11–223.
Status: in_force

(a) This subtitle may be cited as the Maryland Consumer Loan Law – Licensing Provisions.

(b) This subtitle and the Maryland Consumer Loan Law – Credit Provisions may be cited jointly as the Maryland Consumer Loan Law.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 11-420 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 11 / Subtitle 4 / Section 11-420
§11–420.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) As soon as practical after the close of the fiscal year, an independent certified public accountant shall audit the financial books, records, and accounts of the Corporation.

(2) The Corporation shall select an accountant to conduct the audit who:

(i) is licensed to practice accountancy in the State;

(ii) is experienced and qualified in the accounting and auditing of public bodies; and

(iii) does not have a direct or indirect personal interest in the fiscal affairs of the Corporation.

(3) (i) Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the accountant shall report the results of the audit, including the accountant’s unqualified opinion on the presentation of the financial position and the results of the financial operations of the Corporation.

(ii) If the accountant cannot express an unqualified opinion, the accountant shall explain in detail the reasons for the qualifications, disclaimers, or opinions, including recommendations of changes that could make future unqualified opinions possible.

(b) The State may audit the books, records, and accounts of the Corporation.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 11-522 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-522
§11–522.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “Arabian breed horse” means a horse that:

(1) is a purebred Arabian breed horse; and

(2) has a valid certificate of registry with the Arabian Jockey Club of America.

(b) A licensee at Pimlico Race Course may conduct live racing of Arabian breed horses if:

(1) no more than one Arabian breed race is conducted per day;

(2) no more than three Arabian breed races are conducted during a race meet;

(3) an Arabian breed race is conducted in addition to, and not in place of, an existing thoroughbred race;

(4) an Arabian breed race does not reduce the number of thoroughbred races conducted by the licensee per racing day;

(5) the purse for an Arabian breed race is:

(i) not funded by the thoroughbred purse account; and

(ii) funded by the licensee or the sponsor of the Arabian horse race;

(6) the takeout provisions of §§ 11–514 and 11–515 of this subtitle are applied to the race;

(7) the licensee pays all taxes and fees associated with the Arabian breed race that would otherwise be due on a thoroughbred race; and

(8) the Arabian breed race is approved by the State Racing Commission.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 11-111 — MD Code / Article get / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-111
§11–111.
Status: in_force

(a) A person convicted of unlawfully obtaining property from a victim in violation of § 8–801(b) of the Criminal Law Article shall be disqualified from inheriting, taking, enjoying, receiving, or otherwise benefitting from the estate, insurance proceeds, or property of the victim, to the extent provided in § 8–801(e) of the Criminal Law Article.

(b) A person disqualified from inheriting, taking, enjoying, receiving, or otherwise benefitting from the estate, insurance proceeds, or property of the victim in accordance with subsection (a) of this section shall be treated as if the person predeceased the victim.

(c) In the event a distribution is erroneously made to a person disqualified from inheriting, taking, enjoying, receiving, or otherwise benefitting from the estate, insurance proceeds, or property of the victim in violation of subsection (a) of this section, the disqualified person shall make full restitution to the heir, legatee, or beneficiary who should have received the distribution in accordance with subsection (b) of this section.

(d) A fiduciary or other person who distributes property in good faith and without actual knowledge of a conviction under § 8–801 of the Criminal Law Article is not personally liable for the distribution.
Md. Code, Family Law § 11-103 — MD Code / Article gfl / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-103
§11–103.
Status: in_force

The existence of a ground for divorce against the party seeking alimony is not an automatic bar to the court awarding alimony to that party.
Md. Code, Transportation § 11-101 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 11 / Subtitle 1 / Section 11-101
§11–101.
Status: in_force

In the Maryland Vehicle Law, the following words have the meanings indicated, unless the context requires otherwise.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 11-302 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-302
§11–302.
Status: in_force

For each retail sale or sale for use other than a sale under § 11–405, § 11–406, or § 11–410 of this title, the sales and use tax shall be:

(1) stated separately from the sale price; and

(2) shown separately from the sale price on any record of a sale:

(i) at the time of the sale;

(ii) when the vendor issues evidence of the sale; or

(iii) when the vendor uses evidence of the sale.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 11-507 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 11 / Subtitle 5 / Section 11-507
§11–507.
Status: in_force

If an individual who is not a licensed pilot assists a vessel in distress and then turns the vessel over to a licensed pilot as provided in § 11-401(b) of this title, the Association shall pay the individual 50% of any pilotage fee received for the pilotage of the vessel.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 11-236 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-236
§11–236.
Status: in_force

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

(2) (i) “Construction material” means an item of tangible personal property that is used to construct or renovate a building, a structure, or an improvement on land and that typically loses its separate identity as personal property once incorporated into the real property.

(ii) “Construction material” includes building materials, building systems equipment, landscaping materials, and supplies.

(3) “Pimlico site” and “training facility site” have the meanings stated in § 10–601 of the Economic Development Article.

(b) The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of construction material, if:

(1) the construction material is purchased by a person solely for use in furtherance of the provisions of Title 10, Subtitle 6 of the Economic Development Article for the construction or redevelopment at the Pimlico site or training facility site;

(2) the sale is made before January 1, 2029; and

(3) the buyer provides the vendor with eligibility of the exemption issued by the Comptroller.

(c) The Comptroller shall adopt regulations to implement this section.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 11-311 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-311
§11–311.
Status: in_force

Butter, oleomargarine, and margarine shall be offered and exposed for sale and sold by weight.
Md. Code, Human Services § 11-602 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 11 / Subtitle 6 / Section 11-602
§11–602.
Status: in_force

Each application for legal assistance shall be in writing and accompanied by an affidavit stating that the information contained in the application is true and correct.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 11-206 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-206
§11–206.
Status: in_force

(a) The Secretary may investigate any complaint of any violation of this title. Upon his own initiative, the Secretary also may conduct any investigation he deems appropriate and advisable to develop information on prevailing procedures in commercial quantity determinations and on possible violations of the provisions of this title, and to promote accuracy in the determination and representation of quantity in commercial transactions.

(b) The Secretary shall weigh or measure and inspect any package or amount of a commodity possessed, offered, or exposed for sale, sold, or being delivered, to determine whether it contains the amount represented and whether it is possessed, offered, or exposed for sale, sold, or is being delivered in accordance with this title.

(c) In carrying out the provisions of this section, the Secretary may employ recognized sampling procedures to determine the compliance of a given lot of packages on the basis of the result obtained on a sample selected from and representative of the lot.

(d) For the purpose of this title, proof of the existence of a weight and measure in or about any building, enclosure, stand, or vehicle in which or from which it is shown that buying or selling is commonly carried on, shall be presumptive evidence of regular use of the weight and measure for commercial purposes and of use by the person in charge of the building, enclosure, stand, or vehicle.
Md. Code, Education § 11-207 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-207
§11–207.
Status: in_force

(a) The Commission shall:

(1) Establish procedures for transfer of students between the public segments of postsecondary education;

(2) Recommend cooperative programs among segments of postsecondary education to assure appropriate flexibility in the higher education system; and

(3) In conjunction with the governing boards, establish standards for articulation agreements.

(b) The procedures established under subsection (a) of this section shall require:

(1) A receiving institution that denies the transfer of a credit or course to an enrolled student to notify the transfer coordinator or institutional designee of the sending institution and the enrolled student about the denial within a time period that the Commission determines to be the latest possible time for the notification and specify the rationale for the denial;

(2) The transfer coordinator or institutional designee of the sending institution, after receiving notice of a denial of the transfer of a credit or course, in conjunction with the receiving institution’s designee, to conduct a review within a time period the Commission determines to be appropriate; and

(3) Each public institution of higher education to submit an annual report to the Commission listing any denials of the transfer of a credit or course and the reasons for the denials.

(c) (1) The Commission, in collaboration with the public institutions of higher education, shall develop and implement a statewide transfer agreement whereby at least 60 credits of general education, elective, and major courses that a student earns at any community college in the State toward an associate of arts or associate of science degree shall be transferable to any public senior higher education institution in the State for credit toward a bachelor’s degree by July 1, 2016.

(2) (i) The agreement under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall require that any credits earned for a course at a community college in the State in accordance with § 15–117(b)(3) of this article be transferable to any public institution of higher education in the State.

(ii) A public institution of higher education in the State may not deny the transfer of credits in accordance with subparagraph (i) of this paragraph for any reason.

(d) The Commission, in collaboration with the public institutions of higher education, shall develop and implement a statewide reverse transfer agreement whereby at least 30 credits that a student earns at any public senior higher education institution in the State toward a bachelor’s degree are transferable to any community college in the State for credit toward an associate’s degree by July 1, 2016.

(e) The Commission and each public institution of higher education shall develop and implement incentives for students to obtain an associate’s degree before enrolling in a public senior institution of higher education.

(f) The Commission may recommend procedures and guidelines for consideration by the governing boards of institutions of postsecondary education on:

(1) Improvement and coordination of student financial assistance programs; and

(2) Other subjects of general interest and concern to the higher education community in the State.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 11-213 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 11 / Subtitle 2 / Section 11-213
§11–213.
Status: in_force

This subtitle may be cited as the Maryland Antitrust Act.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 11-1510 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 11 / Subtitle 15 / Section 11-1510
§11–1510.
Status: in_force

(a) If a license application is denied, another license application for the same location may not be made for 1 year after the denial.

(b) If a license application for a location is denied twice, a license may not be issued for the same location for 2 years after the second denial.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 11-319 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 11 / Subtitle 3 / Section 11-319
§11–319.
Status: in_force

(a) The Maryland Backstretch Employees Pension Fund shall be administered by the organization that represents a majority of the owners and trainers who race thoroughbred horses in the State.

(b) The Maryland Race Track Employees Pension Fund shall be administered by representatives of:

(1) each mile thoroughbred racing licensee;

(2) the Maryland State Fair and Agricultural Society, Inc.; and

(3) the employees of the licensees and of the Maryland State Fair and Agricultural Society, Inc.

(c) The Maryland Harness Track Employees Pension Fund shall be administered by representatives of each harness racing licensee and its employees.