Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-1806 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 18 / Section 13-1806
§13–1806.
Status: in_force

(a) A qualified organization that intends to conduct bingo shall submit a bingo license application on a form that the county provides.

(b) A qualified organization shall disclose the following information on the license application:

(1) the name of the qualified organization, and the names and addresses of its officers and directors;

(2) a complete statement of the purposes and objectives of the qualified organization and the purposes for which the qualified organization will use the proceeds from the bingo;

(3) a statement under oath by the president and treasurer, or the chief executive and fiscal officer, of the qualified organization that:

(i) an agreement does not exist to divert any of the proceeds of the bingo to another person; and

(ii) another person will not receive any of the proceeds of the bingo except to further the purpose of the qualified organization; and

(4) any additional information that the county requires.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-2201 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 22 / Section 13-2201
§13–2201.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Child Abuse Medical Providers (Maryland CHAMP)” means a network of Maryland health care professionals with the expertise to address the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of child abuse and neglect while working closely with other disciplines and organizations addressing these issues, including child advocacy centers.

(c) “Child Abuse Medical Providers (Maryland CHAMP) faculty” means a core group of clinical experts, as designated by the Department, who provide training, consultation, and support for the diagnosis and treatment of child abuse and neglect to health care professionals.

(d) “Child advocacy center” means a child–focused entity within or outside a health care facility that investigates, diagnoses, and treats children who may have been abused or neglected that:

(1) Includes local law enforcement officers, local criminal prosecutors, and the local department of social services; and

(2) May include child mental health service providers and other children and family service providers.

(e) “Initiative” means the Child Abuse Medical Providers (Maryland CHAMP) Initiative.

(f) “Multidisciplinary team” means a group of professionals with expertise in various health care and social service professional disciplines who provide consultation, treatment, and planning in cases of child abuse and neglect.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-1702 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 17 / Section 13-1702
§13–1702.
Status: in_force

(a) This subtitle applies only in Kent County.

(b) This subtitle does not authorize gambling using a slot machine or coin machine.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-1601 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 16 / Section 13-1601
§13–1601.
Status: in_force

There is a State Advisory Council on Serious Illness Care.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-3004 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 30 / Section 13-3004
§13–3004.
Status: in_force

(a) A qualified medical institution may apply for a grant from the Fund each year.

(b) The Department shall adopt regulations to administer the Fund in accordance with the purposes of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13-201 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-201
§13–201.
Status: reserved

(a) This title applies to all uniformed volunteer companies.

(b) A provision of this title may not be repealed or amended by any statute passed by the General Assembly unless the statute explicitly:

(1) refers to this title as the militia law, or by its other titles, as part of the general laws of the State; and

(2) repeals or amends the referenced provision.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-801 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 8 / Section 13-801
§13–801.
Status: in_force

Any applicable fees specified in this part for a certificate of title shall be paid to the Administration before issuance of the certificate.
Md. Code, Education § 13-403 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-403
§13–403.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) On the transfer date, the Medical System Corporation shall take all legal action necessary to assume the Montebello liabilities, but only to the extent expressly provided in this subtitle.

(2) The Medical System Corporation is not liable for any other debts, obligations, or liabilities of the State, the Maryland Department of Health, or the University incurred or arising in connection with Montebello prior to the transfer date.

(3) This assumption of liabilities shall be an assumption of the liabilities as they exist on the transfer date.

(4) This subsection shall be construed and applied to give effect to all provisions of law and defenses applicable to the liabilities prior to the transfer date.

(b) On the transfer date, the Medical System Corporation shall assume responsibility for those claims arising from the employment of Montebello University employees which relate to or arise from events occurring after the transfer date.

(c) Nothing contained in this subtitle shall be deemed or construed to waive or abrogate in any way the sovereign immunity of the State or to deprive the State or any officer or employee thereof of sovereign immunity.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 13-213 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-213
§13–213.
Status: in_force

The Secretary may adopt rules to implement the provisions of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-506 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-506
§13–506.
Status: in_force

The Rural Maryland Council shall:

(1) provide staff support to the Board; and

(2) report on the activities of the Board in the preceding fiscal year in the Council’s annual report under § 13–416 of this title.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-618 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-618
§13–618.
Status: in_force

The Council shall prepare, adopt, and periodically revise a general development plan for the region that embodies the policy recommendations of the Council.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-402 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-402
§13–402.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, a person publishing a newspaper or periodical in the State may not charge a candidate for State or local public office a rate for political advertising that exceeds the local rate regularly charged for commercial advertising by the person publishing that newspaper or periodical.

(b) If a candidate uses an advertising or press agency to place a political advertisement, the person publishing the newspaper or periodical may charge the national rate regularly charged by that newspaper or periodical for commercial advertising.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13-304 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-304
§13–304.
Status: in_force

The Adjutant General and the Assistant Adjutants General shall have a salary as stated in the annual budget.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-604 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-604
§13–604.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A person who violates a provision of this title without knowing that the act is illegal shall pay a civil penalty in accordance with subsections (b) through (g) of this section.

(2) The penalty imposed under this section may not exceed $5,000.

(3) An infraction described in paragraph (1) of this subsection is a civil offense.

(4) This section does not apply to a violation of another section in which a penalty is expressly provided.

(b) (1) If the State Prosecutor or the State’s Attorney with jurisdiction determines that a person unintentionally, and without criminal intent, has violated a provision of this title, the State Prosecutor, the State’s Attorney, or both, shall issue to the person a civil citation that contains:

(i) the name and address of the person cited;

(ii) the nature, time, and place of the violation;

(iii) the manner in which the violation occurred;

(iv) the maximum penalty for the violation;

(v) the manner and time in which to pay the penalty;

(vi) where to pay the penalty; and

(vii) a statement that the person receiving the citation has a right to a trial in the District Court.

(2) The prosecuting authority who issues a citation under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall file it in the District Court.

(c) The citation shall be served in accordance with the Maryland Rules.

(d) (1) On receipt of the return of service, the District Court shall schedule the case for trial and notify the person named in the citation of the trial date.

(2) The trial in the District Court shall be conducted in the same manner as set forth for municipal infractions under §§ 6–108, 6–109, and 6–111 through 6–115 of the Local Government Article.

(3) The District Court shall distribute all late fees collected to the Fair Campaign Financing Fund established under § 15–103 of this article.

(4) An adjudication of a violation under this subsection:

(i) is not a criminal conviction; and

(ii) does not carry with it any of the civil disabilities that arise from a criminal conviction.

(e) A person who is adjudicated in violation as set forth in a citation issued under subsection (b) of this section is liable for the cost of the District Court proceedings.

(f) If a person who has been served with a citation fails to appear for trial, the court, at the request of the prosecutor, may dismiss the citation or enter a civil judgment against the person:

(1) in favor of the State Board;

(2) in accordance with the Maryland Rules; and

(3) in an amount not exceeding the maximum fine set forth in subsection (a) of this section and any late fees owed to the State Board.

(g) A civil penalty imposed under this section shall be distributed to the Fair Campaign Financing Fund established under § 15–103 of this article.
Md. Code, Local Government § 13-120 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-120
§13–120.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The governing body of Dorchester County, by ordinance, may provide for a comprehensive system for the regulation of dogs and cats.

(2) The ordinance may provide for:

(i) the licensing and control of dogs and cats;

(ii) seizing and disposing of unlicensed or dangerous dogs and cats; and

(iii) civil or criminal penalties for a violation of an ordinance enacted in accordance with this section.

(3) The governing body may provide that a violation of an ordinance relating to dogs and cats shall be prosecuted in the same manner as provided for municipal infractions under Title 6 of this article.

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

(2) At the time of application, the applicant shall pay a fee of:

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

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

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

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

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

(4) The governing body of Dorchester County shall prepare and supply the form for a license issued under this subsection.

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

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

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

(2) The governing body of Dorchester County shall prepare and supply tags to the county tax collector each year.

(3) The tags shall be:

(i) composed of metal;

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

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

(iv) 1 inch or less in length; and

(v) equipped with a substantial metal fastener.

(4) The governing body shall change the general shape of the tags each year.

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

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

(i) confined in a kennel; or

(ii) hunting under the charge of an attendant.

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

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

(ii) the production of the license; and

(iii) payment of a fee of 25 cents.

(d) (1) In Dorchester County, the owner or custodian of a female dog that is in heat:

(i) may not knowingly allow the dog to run at large; and

(ii) shall confine the dog.

(2) A person who violates this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $25.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 13-103 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-103
§13–103.
Status: in_force

(a) On or before July 1 of each year, each trading stamp company shall:

(1) submit to the Secretary of State:

(i) a statement of registration;

(ii) samples of its current trading stamps, trading stamp collection books, trading stamp redemption catalogues, and trading stamp distribution and redemption agreement forms;

(iii) a short form of its balance sheet for its last fiscal year, certified by an independent certified public accountant; and

(iv) a bond in accordance with § 13-104 of this title; and

(2) pay to the Secretary of State a fee of $25.

(b) The statement of registration shall include:

(1) the name and principal address of the trading stamp company;

(2) the state of its incorporation;

(3) the names and addresses of its principal officers, partners, or owners;

(4) the address of its principal office in the State;

(5) the name and address of its principal officer, employee, or agent in the State;

(6) the address of each place in the State where trading stamps will be redeemed; and

(7) the gross income of the trading stamp company from its trading stamp business in the State for its last fiscal year, certified by an independent certified public accountant, unless it submits the maximum bond under § 13-104 of this title.
Md. Code, Local Government § 13-411 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-411
§13–411.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “splash pad” means an outdoor play area:

(1) with sprinklers, fountains, nozzles, or other devices or structures that spray water;

(2) in which water is not allowed to accumulate; and

(3) that is not used for submersion of the human body.

(b) The governing body of a county may adopt and enforce rules and regulations to govern the sanitary condition of splash pads and any sanitary feature connected to a splash pad.
Md. Code, Real Property § 13-103 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-103
§13–103.
Status: in_force

All proceedings for the issuance of a patent shall be conducted in accordance with this title.
Md. Code, Education § 13-401 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-401
§13–401.
Status: reserved

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

(b) “Medical System Corporation” means the University of Maryland Medical System Corporation or, at the Medical System Corporation’s option, a subsidiary or affiliate of the Medical System Corporation.

(c) “Montebello” means the Montebello Center.

(d) “Montebello assets” means all assets allocated to Montebello as shown on the financial statements of Montebello at the transfer date and as more particularly or additionally identified or supplemented by the Medical System Corporation and approved by the Board of Public Works and transferred to the Medical System Corporation and includes:

(1) All land, buildings, and other real property at the Montebello site owned by the State, with the exception of the Maryland Rehabilitation Center;

(2) All accounts receivable for patient care services rendered by Montebello regardless of when the patient care services were rendered; and

(3) All personal property at the Montebello site owned by the State except for personal property owned by the Department of Education or the University of Maryland, Baltimore Campus.

(e) (1) “Montebello liabilities” means only liabilities arising from agreements or contracts entered into before the transfer date in the ordinary course of business by the Medical System Corporation on behalf of Montebello under the Medical System Corporation’s management of Montebello and which are allocated to Montebello as shown on the financial statements of Montebello at the transfer date.

(2) “Montebello liabilities” includes liabilities whenever asserted, incurred, or arising in connection with Montebello before the transfer date to the extent they are covered by professional liability or general liability insurance obtained by the Medical System Corporation before the transfer date.

(3) “Montebello liabilities” does not include any liabilities whenever asserted, incurred, or arising in connection with Montebello University employees or their employment by the University System of Maryland prior to the transfer date.

(f) “Montebello site” means the real property owned by the State, a campus located in Baltimore City, on which Montebello and other State-owned facilities are located.

(g) “Montebello University employees” means those employees of the University System of Maryland who work at Montebello and who are paid by the Medical System Corporation.

(h) “Transfer date” means any date determined by the Board of Public Works and filed with the Secretary of State and the Department of Legislative Services.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 13-203 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-203
§13–203.
Status: in_force

In addition to any other of his powers and duties, the Attorney General:

(1) May recommend to the Governor and the General Assembly legislation to protect the public from fraudulent promoters and the schemes they propose;

(2) Shall appoint an assistant, whose salary shall be as provided in the budget, to perform the duties of assistant Attorney General in charge of consumer protection;

(3) Shall employ the investigators and clerical staff which he considers necessary to carry out the purpose of this subtitle; and

(4) May use the funds and employ the media which he considers necessary to:

(i) Fully acquaint the public and business community with the provisions of this title;

(ii) Educate the public as to nefarious schemes which might be foisted on the public;

(iii) Generally study consumer problems from the standpoint of value received by the consumer; and

(iv) Report periodically to the public.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-601 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-601
§13–601.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, the Administration may design temporary registration plates and furnish them to any licensed dealer who:

(1) On the form that the Administration requires, applies for at least five of these plates; and

(2) With the application, submits a fee established by the Administration for each plate.

(b) A wholesale dealer may not apply for temporary registration plates.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-3708 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 37 / Section 13-3708
§13–3708.
Status: in_force

A person shall have the immunity from liability described in § 5–702 of the Courts Article for giving information to the Department or the Advisory Committee or otherwise participating in activities of the Department or the Advisory Committee relating to community health workers.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-1005 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1005
§13–1005.
Status: in_force

The bingo or gaming event shall be managed personally by members of the qualified organization conducting the event.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-3502 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 35 / Section 13-3502
§13–3502.
Status: in_force

(a) The Secretary shall establish guidelines for the co–prescribing of opioid overdose reversal drugs that are applicable to all licensed health care providers in the State who are authorized by law to prescribe a monitored prescription drug, as defined in § 21–2A–01 of this article.

(b) The guidelines established under subsection (a) of this section shall address the co–prescribing of opioid overdose reversal drugs for patients who are:

(1) At an elevated risk of overdose; and

(2) (i) Receiving opioid therapy for chronic pain;

(ii) Receiving a prescription for benzodiazepines; or

(iii) Being treated for opioid use disorders.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-2619 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 26 / Section 13-2619
§13–2619.
Status: in_force

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

(b) (1) “Gaming device” means a paddle wheel, wheel of fortune, chance book, raffle, or any other mechanism for playing a game of chance.

(2) “Gaming device” does not include bingo.

(c) “Multiple gaming device permit” means a permit that allows the use of two or more gaming devices.

(d) “Raffle” means a lottery using paper chances in which prizes are won by persons who buy chances in the lottery.
Md. Code, Education § 13-106 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-106
§13–106.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “Institute” means the Institute for Public Leadership at the University of Maryland, College Park Campus.

(b) (1) There is an Institute for Public Leadership in the School of Public Policy at the University of Maryland, College Park Campus.

(2) The School of Public Policy at the University of Maryland, College Park Campus shall manage the Institute according to the policies of the University of Maryland.

(c) The purpose of the Institute is to:

(1) Enhance the teaching of public leadership through academic and executive programs that support a diverse range of populations, including undergraduate and graduate students, mid–career professionals, and executive level officials and staff;

(2) Provide students with opportunities for experiential learning with local, State, and federal partners;

(3) Support students, especially those underrepresented in public service positions, to access public leadership careers through partnerships, skill development, and professional mentorship;

(4) Build an active community of accomplished local, State, and federal practitioners associated with the Institute to share their knowledge and experience with students, faculty, and the public; and

(5) Serve as a resource for public leaders in the State and the nation through research on issues of current and emerging significance.

(d) For each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027, the Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of $1,500,000 to the Institute.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-1A-05 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 1A / Section 13-1A-05
§13–1A–05.
Status: in_force

The Comptroller shall adopt regulations necessary to carry out the provisions of this subtitle, including regulations that establish:

(1) the procedure, form, and time periods for submitting a request for a private letter ruling;

(2) the terms and conditions under which a private letter ruling may be revoked or modified;

(3) the limitations on the applicability of a private letter ruling to specific persons, transactions, factual circumstances, and time periods;

(4) the circumstances under which a request for a private letter ruling may be denied by the Comptroller for good cause; and

(5) guidelines for the publication of private letter rulings.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-1504 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 15 / Section 13-1504
§13–1504.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Before the Board may approve an application for a license, the Board shall publish notice of the application two times in 2 successive weeks in one newspaper of general circulation in Baltimore County.

(2) The Board may fulfill the notice requirement under paragraph (1) of this subsection by posting online notice of an application hearing at least 14 days before the application hearing date.

(3) In addition to the newspaper notice required under § 4–208 of this article and paragraph (1) of this subsection, or the online notice authorized under paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Board shall post a suitable notice in a conspicuous place at the location described in the application for at least 10 days before holding a hearing on the application.

(b) A notice under this section shall state the class of license for which application is made and the date, time, and location set by the Board for an application hearing.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-3206 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 32 / Section 13-3206
§13–3206.
Status: in_force

The Council shall:

(1) Update the State Plan on Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias and advocate for the State Plan;

(2) (i) Examine the needs of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias and their caregivers; and

(ii) Identify methods through which the State can most effectively and efficiently assist in meeting those needs;

(3) Advise the Governor and the General Assembly on policy, funding, regulatory, and other issues related to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias and their caregivers; and

(4) Develop and promote strategies to encourage brain health and reduce cognitive decline.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-821 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 8 / Section 13-821
§13–821.
Status: in_force

(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, if a tax collector finds that the collection of a tax under this article will be jeopardized by the departure, from the State, of the person required to pay the tax, the removal of property from the State, the concealment of the person or the property, or any other act, the tax collector immediately may assess the tax, interest, and penalty as a jeopardy assessment.

(b) The tax collector shall mail to the person required to pay the tax a notice of jeopardy assessment that states:

(1) the findings about the jeopardy of tax collection;

(2) the amount of the assessment; and

(3) a demand that the person immediately:

(i) pay the assessment; or

(ii) submit evidence that collection of the tax is not in jeopardy.

(c) The findings of the tax collector about the jeopardy of tax collection are final and conclusive.

(d) If, within the 10 days after a notice of jeopardy assessment is mailed, a person fails to comply with the notice, the tax collector may take any action to collect the unpaid tax as authorized under this title.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-907 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-907
§13–907.
Status: in_force

The Council may:

(1) select and retain its own counsel; or

(2) use the Attorney General as its legal counsel.
Md. Code, Local Government § 13-910 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-910
§13–910.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies to all counties except:

(1) Anne Arundel County;

(2) Baltimore City;

(3) Baltimore County;

(4) Cecil County;

(5) Charles County;

(6) Howard County;

(7) Prince George’s County;

(8) Queen Anne’s County; and

(9) Worcester County.

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

(c) An electrical code adopted under this section does not apply to:

(1) electrical equipment or electrical appliances or devices used by public utilities in furnishing their services; or

(2) work performed by public utilities or their affiliated companies.

(d) (1) The governing body of a county may:

(i) adopt an electrical code;

(ii) provide for inspections to enforce the code; and

(iii) impose permit and inspection fees.

(2) An electrical code adopted by the County Commissioners of Calvert County shall be adopted by ordinance.
Md. Code, Real Property § 13-201 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-201
§13–201.
Status: in_force

(a) The Commissioner of Land Patents shall administer this title and, in the manner provided in it, issue all patents.

(b) The Commissioner may appoint any person to assist in the performance of the duties imposed by this title.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-7A-01 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 7A / Section 13-7A-01
§13–7A–01.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Agent” means an individual who:

(1) Is at least 18 years of age;

(2) Has successfully completed, at the expense of the participating facility, an educational training program approved by the Department under § 13–7A–03 of this subtitle; and

(3) Is designated by a certificate holder to administer emergency use epinephrine in accordance with the provisions of this subtitle.

(c) “Anaphylaxis” means a sudden, severe, and potentially life–threatening allergic reaction that occurs when an individual is exposed to an allergen.

(d) “Certificate” means a certificate issued by the Department to an individual to obtain, store, and administer emergency use epinephrine.

(e) “Certificate holder” means an individual who is authorized by the Department to obtain, store, and administer emergency use epinephrine to be used in an emergency situation.

(f) “Eligible institution” means an institution of higher education that has a food service facility or a recreation and wellness facility on the premises and that is authorized under this subtitle to obtain and store emergency use epinephrine.

(g) “Emergency use epinephrine” means a portable, disposable drug delivery device or product approved by the federal Food and Drug Administration that contains a premeasured single dose of epinephrine that is used to treat anaphylaxis in an emergency situation.

(h) “Food service facility” has the meaning indicated in § 21–301 of this article.

(i) “Participating facility” means a recreation or wellness facility at an eligible institution or a food service facility, including a food service facility at an eligible institution, in the State that voluntarily participates in the Program.

(j) “Program” means the Emergency Use Epinephrine Program established under § 13–7A–02 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 13-203 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-203
§13–203.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in subsections (a–1) and (b) of this section, the rate of the transfer tax is 0.5% of the consideration payable for the instrument of writing.

(2) The consideration:

(i) includes the amount of any mortgage or deed of trust assumed by the grantee; and

(ii) subject to item (i) of this paragraph, includes only the amount paid or delivered in return for the sale of the property and does not include the amount of any debt forgiven or no longer secured by a mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

(a–1) (1) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, the rate of the transfer tax is 0.5% of the consideration paid for the transfer of a controlling interest in a real property entity as defined in § 13–103 of this title that has developed real property under Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code, the Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program.

(2) The consideration under this subsection shall be the actual payment made by the purchaser to the seller for the purchase of the interest.

(b) (1) In this subsection, “first–time Maryland home buyer” means an individual who has never owned in the State residential real property that has been the individual’s principal residence.

(2) If there are two or more grantees, this subsection does not apply unless each grantee is a first–time Maryland home buyer or a co–maker or guarantor of a purchase money mortgage or purchase money deed of trust as defined in § 12–108(i) of this article for the property and the co–maker or guarantor will not occupy the residence as the co–maker’s or guarantor’s principal residence.

(3) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, for a sale of improved residential real property to a first–time Maryland home buyer who will occupy the property as a principal residence, the rate of the transfer tax is 0.25% of the consideration payable for the instrument of writing and the transfer tax shall be paid entirely by the seller.

(4) To qualify for the exemption under paragraph (3) of this subsection, each grantee or an agent of the grantee shall provide a statement that is signed under oath by the grantee or agent of the grantee stating that:

(i) 1. the grantee is an individual who has never owned in the State residential real property that has been the individual’s principal residence; and

2. the residence will be occupied by the grantee as the grantee’s principal residence; or

(ii) 1. the grantee is a co–maker or guarantor of a purchase money mortgage or purchase money deed of trust as defined in § 12–108(i) of this article for the property; and

2. the grantee will not occupy the residence as the co–maker’s or guarantor’s principal residence.

(5) A statement under paragraph (4) of this subsection by an agent of a grantee shall state that the statement:

(i) is based on a diligent inquiry made by the agent with respect to the facts set forth in the statement; and

(ii) is true to the best of the knowledge, information, and belief of the agent.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-1204 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 12 / Section 13-1204
§13–1204.
Status: in_force

(a) The Secretary may contract with MedChi to administer the Maternal Mortality Review Program.

(b) In consultation with the maternal mortality review committee of MedChi, the Secretary shall develop a system to:

(1) Identify maternal death cases;

(2) Review medical records and other relevant data;

(3) Contact family members and other affected or involved persons to collect additional relevant data;

(4) Consult with relevant experts to evaluate the records and data collected;

(5) Make determinations regarding the preventability of maternal deaths;

(6) Develop recommendations for the prevention of maternal deaths; and

(7) Disseminate findings and recommendations to policy makers, health care providers, health care facilities, and the general public.

(c) On the approval of the Secretary and with a signed data use agreement, the Department may release de–identified data and findings to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, local maternal mortality review teams, and other entities at the discretion of the Secretary.

(d) In accordance with § 4–221 of this article and notwithstanding § 4–224 of this article, the Secretary shall provide the Program with:

(1) Information on maternal death cases when the records become available, including a copy of the death certificate; and

(2) Medical information from the birth or fetal death record for any pregnancy that occurred within 1 year before the death of the woman, excluding Social Security numbers, addresses, and names of the infants.

(e) On the request of the Secretary, the Program shall be provided access, to the extent allowed by law, to all information and records maintained by a State or local government agency, law enforcement investigative information, medical examiner investigative information, parole and probation information and records, and information and records of a social services agency that provided services to a woman whose death is being reviewed by the Program.

(f) The Maternal Mortality Review Program, in consultation with the Office of Minority Health and Health Disparities, shall make recommendations to reduce any disparities in the maternal mortality rate including recommendations related to social determinants of health.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 13-303 — MD Code / Article get / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-303
§13–303.
Status: reserved

(a) A person having the right to designate the recipient of property transferable upon the occurrence of a future event may revocably nominate a custodian to receive the property for a minor beneficiary upon the occurrence of the event by naming the custodian followed in substance by the words: “as custodian for __________ (name of minor) under the Maryland Uniform Transfers to Minors Act”.

(b) The nomination may name 1 or more persons as substitute custodians to whom the property must be transferred, in the order named, if the 1st nominated custodian dies before the transfer or is unable, declines, or is ineligible to serve.

(c) The nomination may be made in a will, a trust, a deed, an instrument exercising a power of appointment, or in a writing designating a beneficiary of contractual rights which is registered with or delivered to the payor, issuer, or other obligor of the contractual rights.

(d) A custodian nominated under this section must be a person to whom a transfer of property of that kind may be made under § 13-309(a) of this subtitle.

(e) (1) The nomination of a custodian under this section does not create custodial property until the nominating instrument becomes irrevocable or a transfer to the nominated custodian is completed under § 13-309 of this subtitle.

(2) Unless the nomination of a custodian has been revoked, upon the occurrence of the future event the custodianship becomes effective and the custodian shall enforce a transfer of the custodial property pursuant to § 13-309 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-505 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-505
§13–505.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “contested election committee” means a contested election committee established under Title 12, Subtitle 3 of this article.

(b) (1) Subject to the provisions of this section, the governing body of a county may establish, by law, a system of public campaign financing for elective offices in the executive or legislative branches of county government.

(2) A system of public financing established under paragraph (1) of this subsection may include public financing of a contested election committee.

(3) When establishing a system of public campaign financing for elective offices in the executive or legislative branches of county government, the governing body of a county shall:

(i) specify the criteria that are to be used to determine whether an individual is eligible for public campaign financing; and

(ii) provide the funding and staff necessary for the operation, administration, and auditing of the system of public campaign financing.

(c) A system of public campaign financing enacted under subsection (b) of this section:

(1) shall provide for participation of candidates in public campaign financing on a strictly voluntary basis;

(2) may not regulate candidates who choose not to participate in public campaign financing;

(3) shall prohibit the use of public campaign financing for any campaign except a campaign for county elective office;

(4) shall require a candidate who accepts public campaign financing to:

(i) establish a campaign finance entity solely for the campaign for county elective office; and

(ii) use funds from that campaign finance entity only for the campaign for county elective office;

(5) shall prohibit a candidate who accepts public campaign financing from transferring funds:

(i) to the campaign finance entity established to finance the campaign for county elective office from any other campaign finance entity established for the candidate; and

(ii) from the campaign finance entity established to finance the campaign for county elective office to any other campaign finance entity;

(6) shall provide for a public election fund for county elective offices that is administered by the chief financial officer of the county; and

(7) shall be subject to regulation and oversight by the State Board to ensure conformity with State law and policy to the extent practicable.

(d) A system of public campaign financing enacted under subsection (b) of this section may:

(1) provide for more stringent regulation of campaign finance activity by candidates who choose to accept public campaign financing, including contributions, expenditures, reporting, and campaign material, than is provided for by State law;

(2) provide for administrative penalties for violations, in accordance with § 10–202 of the Local Government Article; and

(3) allow a publicly financed candidate to transfer any amount of funds from the candidate’s campaign finance entity to the candidate’s contested election committee.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 13-1030 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1030
§13–1030.
Status: in_force

If the Board of Public Works finds that the Authority or the City of Cumberland has failed to make good faith efforts to implement any responsibility under this Act or a management plan for the Heritage Area, the Board may refuse to obligate, expend, or approve any financial commitment on behalf of the Authority.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-250 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-250
§13–250.
Status: in_force

A campaign finance entity, or a person acting on its behalf, may not make a monetary expenditure using any currency other than United States currency.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-303 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-303
§13–303.
Status: in_force

(a) The Council consists of:

(1) one member appointed by the County Executive of Anne Arundel County;

(2) one member appointed by the Mayor of Baltimore City;

(3) one member appointed by the County Executive of Baltimore County;

(4) one member appointed by the County Commissioners of Carroll County;

(5) one member appointed by the County Executive of Harford County;

(6) one member appointed by the County Executive of Howard County;

(7) one member appointed by the Board of County Commissioners of Queen Anne’s County;

(8) one member of the House of Delegates who represents a district within Anne Arundel County, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Carroll County, Harford County, Howard County, or Queen Anne’s County, appointed by the Speaker of the House;

(9) one member of the Senate of Maryland who represents a district within Anne Arundel County, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Carroll County, Harford County, Howard County, or Queen Anne’s County, appointed by the President of the Senate; and

(10) one representative of the private sector appointed by the Governor.

(b) A member appointed under subsection (a)(1) through (7) of this section serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-202 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-202
§13–202.
Status: in_force

(a) This section does not apply to a candidate for election to the central committee of a political party if the candidate during an election cycle does not:

(1) spend more than $1,000 in personal funds; or

(2) accept contributions.

(b) Unless otherwise expressly authorized by law, all campaign finance activity for an election under this article shall be conducted through a campaign finance entity.

(c) An individual may not file a certificate of candidacy or a declaration of intent under § 5–703 or § 5–703.1 of this article until the individual establishes, or causes to be established, an authorized candidate campaign committee.

(d) A circulator may not collect signatures for a petition under Article XI–A, Article XI–F, or Article XVI of the Maryland Constitution or under § 9–205 of the Local Government Article until the sponsor of the petition establishes a ballot issue committee.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-1047 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 10 / Section 13A-1047
§13A–1047.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “computer” has the meaning stated in 18 U.S.C. 1030.

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

(1) knowingly accesses a government computer with an unauthorized purpose, and by doing so obtains classified information, with reason to believe such information could be used to the injury of the United States or to the advantage of any foreign nation, and intentionally communicates, delivers, transmits, or causes to be communicated, delivered, or transmitted such information to any person not entitled to receive it;

(2) intentionally accesses a government computer with an unauthorized purpose, and thereby obtains classified or other protected information from any such government computer; or

(3) knowingly causes the transmission of a program, information, code, or command, and as a result of such conduct, intentionally causes damage without authorization to a government computer.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 13-704 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-704
§13–704.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A licensee may not display or allow to be displayed the agency license certificate at any location other than the principal office of the licensee, as specified in the certificate.

(2) A licensee may not display or allow to be displayed a branch office certificate at any location other than the branch office specified in the certificate.

(b) A licensee may not knowingly alter, deface, or destroy or knowingly allow the alteration, defacement, or destruction of an agency license certificate or branch office certificate.
Md. Code, Education § 13-102 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-102
§13–102.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) There is a Maryland Statewide Medical Education and Training System in the University of Maryland.

(2) The System includes the centers for training in comprehensive medical care specifically provided for in the State budget by funds designated and identified for the development of these centers.

(3) Each center shall be established cooperatively with an existing medical or educational institution in this State.

(b) (1) The Dean of the University of Maryland School of Medicine and each cooperating institution jointly shall appoint a director and faculty for each center.

(2) Each center shall appoint an advisory council to provide the highest possible degree of support and advice from the lay and professional communities.

(c) (1) In cooperation with the director of the center and the staff of the cooperating institution, the University of Maryland School of Medicine shall plan, implement, and expand a medical education and training program at each center.

(2) The Dean of the University of Maryland School of Medicine is responsible for the fiscal administration of the program and shall review and approve the budget proposed by each center.

(d) (1) The University of Maryland is responsible for:

(i) Selecting and assigning students to the centers; and

(ii) Curriculum development and accreditation of the centers.

(2) The University of Maryland may assign to those centers that it believes have developed appropriate faculty, facilities, and primary care curricula:

(i) Third and fourth year medical students;

(ii) Residency trainees; and

(iii) Students who are in primary care programs of other health professions.

(e) The University of Maryland School of Medicine shall provide for periodic, systematic evaluation of the Maryland Statewide Medical Education and Training System.

(f) (1) This section does not restrict any health care institution from starting or operating any training program jointly with any other person, whether or not the institution participates in this program.

(2) Any institution that participates with the University of Maryland under this section is free to engage in any other educational training programs.
Md. Code, Environment § 13-204 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-204
§13–204.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) With the approval of the Secretary, the Board may employ and discharge an executive director.

(2) The executive director is entitled to compensation in accordance with the State budget.

(b) (1) The executive director shall have a broad knowledge of well drilling.

(2) The executive director shall devote the time that is necessary to fulfill the duties of the office and may not hold any position or engage in another business that interferes or appears to be inconsistent with the position of executive director.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-5802 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 58 / Section 13-5802
§13–5802.
Status: in_force

§13–5802. IN EFFECT

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL SEPTEMBER 30, 2030 PER CHAPTER 759 OF 2025 //

(a) (1) There is a Buprenorphine Training Grant Program in the Department.

(2) The purpose of the Program is to assist a county with offsetting the cost of training paramedics to administer buprenorphine.

(b) A county may apply to the Department for a grant from the Program.

(c) A county may use a grant awarded under the Program only for training paramedics to administer buprenorphine.

(d) The Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of at least $50,000 from the Opioid Restitution Fund for the Program.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-1103 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 11 / Section 13-1103
§13–1103.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this section, a tax imposed under this article may not be collected after 10 years from the date the tax is due.

(b) If a tax collector fails to collect a tax and a receiver or trustee is appointed within the period specified in subsection (a) of this section to complete the tax collection, the period for collecting the tax extends for 2 years from the date that the trustee or receiver is appointed.

(c) (1) If the assessment of any tax has been made within the period of limitations applicable to the assessment, a tax may not be collected after 10 years from the date of the assessment.

(2) Any judgment entered may be enforced or renewed as any other judgment.
Md. Code, Environment § 13-303 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-303
§13–303.
Status: in_force

To apply for a license, an applicant shall:

(1) Submit an application to the Board on the form that the Board requires; and

(2) Pay to the Board an application fee set by the Board.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-2703 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 27 / Section 13-2703
§13–2703.
Status: in_force

(a) A license holder or an employee of a license holder who is charged with a violation of § 6–307 of this article:

(1) shall receive a summons to appear in court on a certain day to answer the charges placed against the license holder or employee; and

(2) may not be required to post bail pending trial in any court in the State.

(b) The Board may not proceed against a license holder for a violation of § 6–307 of this article if the license holder or an employee of the license holder is found not guilty of, or granted probation before judgment for, the violation.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 13-310 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-310
§13–310.
Status: in_force

(a) Each licensee shall maintain an office in the State.

(b) Each licensee shall keep in an office in the State all files or other records that:

(1) are made in the State; and

(2) relate to an investigation in the State.
Md. Code, Local Government § 13-405 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-405
§13–405.
Status: in_force

The County Commissioners of Calvert County may seek reimbursement of costs incurred in the cleanup of hazardous materials in the county from a person responsible for the release of the hazardous materials.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-1501 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 15 / Section 13-1501
§13–1501.
Status: in_force

(a) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 2 (“Issuance or Denial of Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation:

(1) §�4–205�(“Chain store, supermarket, or discount house”);

(2) §�4–206�(“Limitations on retail sales floor space”);

(3) §�4–207�(“Licenses issued to minors”);

(4) §�4–209�(“Hearing”);

(5) §�4–210�(“Approval or denial of license application”);

(6) §�4–211�(“License forms; effective date; expiration”);

(7) §�4–212�(“License not property”); and

(8) §�4–213�(“Replacement licenses”).

(b) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 2 (“Issuance or Denial of Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county:

(1) § 4–202 (“Authority of local licensing boards”), subject to § 13–1502 of this subtitle;

(2) § 4–203 (“Prohibition against issuing multiple licenses to individual or for use of entity”), subject to § 13–1503 of this subtitle and Subtitle 13, Part III of this title;

(3) § 4–204 (“Prohibition against issuing multiple licenses for same premises”), subject to Subtitle 13, Part III and Subtitle 16, Part II of this title;

(4) § 4–208 (“Notice of license application required”), subject to § 13–1504 of this subtitle; and

(5) § 4–214 (“Waiting periods after denial of license applications”), subject to §§ 13–1505 and 13–1506 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 13-408 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-408
§13–408.
Status: in_force

Any county having a county transfer tax may provide for an exemption from the tax of a specified amount of the consideration payable on the conveyance of owner-occupied residential property if the buyer intends to use the property as the buyer’s principal residence by actually occupying the residence for at least 7 months of a 12-month period.
Md. Code, Education § 13-105 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-105
§13–105.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Fund” means the Sustainable Maryland Program Fund.

(3) “Program” means the Sustainable Maryland Program.

(b) (1) There is a Sustainable Maryland Program.

(2) The purpose of the Program is to provide research, access to resources, technical assistance, and certification programs for municipalities to increase sustainability, protect environmental well–being, and ensure economic vitality.

(3) In carrying out the powers and duties granted under this section, the Program shall work in consultation and collaboration with institutions and organizations in the State, including:

(i) The Environmental Finance Center at the University of Maryland;

(ii) The School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation at the University of Maryland; and

(iii) The Maryland Municipal League.

(c) There is a Sustainable Maryland Program Fund.

(d) The purpose of the Fund is to expand and enhance Sustainable Maryland’s promotion and support of communities in the State in the effort to realize environmental, economic, and social sustainability.

(e) The University of Maryland Environmental Finance Center shall administer the Fund.

(f) (1) The Fund is a special, nonlapsing fund that is not subject to § 7–302 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.

(2) The State Treasurer shall hold the Fund separately, and the Comptroller shall account for the Fund.

(g) The Fund consists of:

(1) Money appropriated in the State budget to the Fund;

(2) Interest earnings; and

(3) Any other money from any other source accepted for the benefit of the Fund.

(h) The Fund may be used only for:

(1) Offering training and education to ensure communities are well informed on advances in sustainability science, policy, and practice;

(2) Outreach and engagement to build local capacity and institutionalize sustainability efforts within communities, including:

(i) An annual sustainability conference;

(ii) A peer–to–peer learning exchange; and

(iii) Sustainable Maryland green team roadshows;

(3) Developing and expanding the Sustainable Maryland program;

(4) Improving green community certification tiers with new strategies and actions;

(5) Providing annual community innovation small grants to help communities pilot new innovative strategies;

(6) Recognizing community efforts toward achieving green certification; and

(7) Administrative expenses related to the Sustainable Maryland program.

(i) (1) The State Treasurer shall invest the money of the Fund in the same manner as other State money may be invested.

(2) Any interest earnings of the Fund shall be credited to the Fund.

(j) Expenditures from the Fund may be made only in accordance with the State budget.

(k) Money expended from the Fund for the Sustainable Maryland program is supplemental to and is not intended to take the place of funding that otherwise would be appropriated for the Sustainable Maryland program.

(l) For fiscal year 2024 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of $500,000 to the Fund.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 13-1018 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1018
§13–1018.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to this part, the Authority may at any time and from time to time issue bonds for any corporate purpose, including the establishment of reserves and the payment of interest.

(b) The Authority:

(1) Shall by resolution authorize any bonds that it issues; and

(2) May secure the bonds by a trust agreement between the Authority and a corporate trustee or trustees, which may be any trust company or bank having the powers of a trust company within or without the State.

(c) The Authority shall notify the Board of Public Works of its intention to issue bonds up to a stated amount.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-601 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-601
§13–601.
Status: in_force

In this subtitle, “gaming event” means a carnival, bazaar, or raffle.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13-216 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-216
§13–216.
Status: in_force

The Department may acquire by purchase or condemnation real property located in Baltimore County adjacent to the Martin State Airport that is necessary for the safe operation of the fighter squadron of the Maryland Air National Guard.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-1009 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1009
§13–1009.
Status: in_force

(a) The local health officers of two or more counties may join together as a region to apply for a Local Public Health Tobacco Grant.

(b) The amount of the Local Public Health Tobacco Grant that is distributed to a region under subsection (a) of this section shall be equal to the sum of the Local Public Health Tobacco Grants that otherwise would have been distributed to each county under § 13–1007 of this subtitle.

(c) If the local health officers of two or more counties join together as a region to apply for a Local Public Health Tobacco Grant, the local health officers shall act jointly to:

(1) Develop a Comprehensive Plan for Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation, as required under § 13–1008 of this subtitle;

(2) Establish a Community Health Coalition, as required under § 13–1008 of this subtitle, or identify another coalition approved by the Department;

(3) Demonstrate that the base–year funding requirement of § 13–1011 of this subtitle has been met; and

(4) Otherwise satisfy the requirements of §§ 13–1006 through 13–1012 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 13-113 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-113
§13–113.
Status: in_force

(a) The designated procurement units may adopt master contracting, a streamlined procurement method, to provide for the qualification of an offeror in one or more categories of services, supplies, or commodities.

(b) If a designated procurement unit adopts master contracting, the master contracting method shall include:

(1) the categories of services, supplies, or commodities in which an offeror may submit a proposal for qualification;

(2) a procedure for the consideration and approval of proposals for qualification of multiple offerors in each category of services, supplies, or commodities;

(3) the execution of a standard contract for a specified period of time between the State and an offeror approved as a master contractor; and

(4) a performance evaluation procedure to be used by a unit of the Executive Branch to evaluate the performance of a qualified offeror that has completed work on a task order.

(c) (1) A unit of the Executive Branch that requires services, supplies, or commodities covered under a master contract may issue a solicitation for a task order to a master contractor consistent with the regulations adopted under § 13–114 of this subtitle.

(2) Except as provided in subsection (f) of this section, the solicitation for a task order shall include a statement of the:

(i) factors that will be used in evaluating a master contractor’s response; and

(ii) relative importance of each factor.

(d) (1) This subsection does not apply to a task order designated as a small business reserve in accordance with § 14–502 of this article.

(2) Except as provided in subsection (f) of this section, if the unit of the Executive Branch expects that the total cost of the services, supplies, or commodities will exceed $500,000, the unit shall issue a solicitation for a task order to all master contractors in the appropriate category established by the designated procurement unit.

(3) If the unit of the Executive Branch expects that the total cost of the services, supplies, or commodities will exceed $100,000 but will not exceed $500,000, the unit shall issue a solicitation for a task order to a minimum of six qualified master contractors on a rotating basis for master contracts designated by the Chief Procurement Officer or all master contractors, whichever is less, in the appropriate category established by the designated procurement unit.

(4) If the unit of the Executive Branch expects that the total cost of the services, supplies, or commodities will be $100,000 or less, the unit shall issue a solicitation for a task order to a minimum of three qualified master contractors on a rotating basis for master contracts designated by the Chief Procurement Officer or all master contractors, whichever is fewer, in the appropriate category established by the designated procurement unit.

(e) (1) Except as provided in subsection (f) of this section, after a unit of the Executive Branch receives responses from master contractors to a solicitation for a task order, the unit shall evaluate the responses and may select a master contractor based on the response that is determined to be the most advantageous to the State considering the evaluation factors set forth in the task order.

(2) Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, oral presentations are required prior to selecting a master contractor when:

(i) the total value of the task order is expected to exceed $2,000,000 for architectural and engineering services;

(ii) the total value of the task order is expected to exceed $10,000,000 for construction and construction related services; or

(iii) for all other procurement, including information technology and professional services, when the total value of the task order is expected to exceed $5,000,000.

(3) If the procurement officer makes a written determination that oral presentations are unlikely to aid in the evaluation process, oral presentations will not be required.

(f) The requirements of subsections (c)(2), (d), and (e)(1) of this section do not apply to a master contract for construction if the master contract:

(1) is awarded through a competitive process in accordance with this subtitle; and

(2) states:

(i) how task orders will be awarded; and

(ii) the maximum number of qualified contractors that will be awarded a master contract for construction.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-1029 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1029
§13–1029.
Status: in_force

A person who violates any provision of Title 9, Subtitle 3 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment in the county jail not exceeding 6 months or both.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13-705 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-705
§13–705.
Status: reserved

(a) A member of the organized militia ordered into the active military service of the United States is relieved from duty in the organized militia during active military service of the United States.

(b) (1) A member continues to serve in the organized militia on:

(i) the termination of any emergency for which members of the organized militia have been ordered into the active military service of the United States; and

(ii) being relieved from the active military service of the United States.

(2) (i) An officer continues to serve in the organized militia as if the officer’s service was uninterrupted.

(ii) An enlisted individual continues to serve in the organized militia until the dates when the individual’s enlistment, entered into before the individual’s order to active military service of the United States, would have expired if uninterrupted.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-2701 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 27 / Section 13-2701
§13–2701.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Behavioral health services” means mental health services or alcohol and substance abuse services.

(c) (1) “Crisis services” means temporary services designed to address and stabilize a severe behavioral health problem and to avoid an emergency situation.

(2) “Crisis services” includes hotlines, in–home support, and residential crisis services.

(d) “Eligible veteran” means a veteran who is a Maryland resident.

(e) “Maryland Defense Force” means the military force established under § 13–501 of the Public Safety Article.

(f) “Maryland National Guard” means the Maryland Army National Guard and Maryland Air National Guard.

(g) “Service coordination” means a service designed to coordinate and provide assistance in obtaining access to behavioral health services.

(h) “Web–based resource program” means an interactive web–based communication medium that:

(1) Allows individuals to access comprehensive information, advocacy, and other resources regarding public and private behavioral health services, crisis and emergency services, and early intervention and prevention programs; and

(2) Enables the public and private health care communities to work together to address the problems related to providing and obtaining access to behavioral health services.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-2006 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 20 / Section 13-2006
§13–2006.
Status: in_force

Section 13–2503 of this title, which prohibits a person from consuming alcoholic beverages on certain premises and places, does not apply to activities that are conducted on January 1 by license holders who are allowed to sell alcoholic beverages for on–premises consumption.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-242 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-242
§13–242.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Affiliated political action committee” means a political action committee affiliated with an employee membership entity.

(3) “Employee membership entity” means an organization whose membership includes employees of the employer.

(b) If an employer withholds from employees by payroll deduction the employees’ dues to an employee membership entity:

(1) the employee also may make contributions by payroll deduction to one or more affiliated political action committees selected by the employee; and

(2) the employer shall collect the contributions and transmit them to the employee membership entity designated by the employee in accordance with the requirements of subsection (c) of this section.

(c) Periodic contributions collected by payroll deductions pursuant to a program established under subsection (b) of this section shall be:

(1) combined and accumulated in a segregated escrow account maintained solely for that purpose; and

(2) transmitted to the employee membership entity within 30 days of being withheld, together with the information required under subsection (d)(1) through (4) of this section.

(d) An affiliated political action committee, in conjunction with its employee membership entity and the employer, shall keep detailed and accurate records of each contribution under subsection (b) of this section, including:

(1) the name and address of the contributor;

(2) the date on which the contribution was made;

(3) the amount of the contribution;

(4) the name of the affiliated political action committee designated by the employee to receive the contribution; and

(5) the date on which the contribution was received by the employee membership entity and the affiliated political action committee.

(e) (1) Within 30 days after it receives a contribution under subsection (c) of this section, the employee membership entity shall transmit the contribution:

(i) to its affiliated political action committee; or

(ii) if a contribution is designated for a political action committee affiliated with a State or local chapter of the employee membership entity, to the State or local chapter of the employee membership entity.

(2) Within 5 days after it receives a contribution under paragraph (1)(ii) of this subsection, the State or local chapter of the employee membership entity shall transmit the contribution to its affiliated political action committee.

(3) An employee membership entity, including a State or local chapter, that transfers contributions in accordance with paragraph (1) or (2) of this subsection shall include the information recorded under subsection (d) of this section that is received from the employer.

(f) An employer, employee membership entity, or affiliated political action committee, may not solicit, receive, or use employee contributions in a manner that would be prohibited under § 13–241(e) and (f) of this subtitle if performed by an employer.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-413 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-413
§13–413.
Status: in_force

(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this subtitle, the Administration may adopt a system of multiyear registration.

(b) Vehicle registration plates or validation tabs shall be issued and displayed in accordance with a schedule established by the Administrator.

(c) The fee for a multiyear registration is the same as the annual registration fee established under this title multiplied by the number of years for which the registration is issued.

(d) The Administration shall refund the registration fees upon surrender of the registration card and registration plates if the return is made before the beginning of any 12-month registration year for which the application for refund is made.

(e) The Administration may adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this section.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-503.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-503.1
§13–503.
Status: reserved

§13–503.1.

(a) If, whether by act of the parties or by operation of law, the title or interest of an owner in a vehicle is transferred in a manner specified in subsection (b) of this section, the transferee may continue to use the same registration plates on the vehicle after the transfer.

(b) This section applies to the transfer of the title or interest of an owner in a vehicle if the vehicle is registered in the:

(1) Joint names of a husband and wife and is transferred to the individual name of either spouse;

(2) Individual name of either spouse and is transferred to their joint names or to the individual name of the other spouse;

(3) Joint names of a parent and child and is transferred to the individual name of either party;

(4) Name of an individual and is transferred to the joint names of that individual and the individual’s parent or child; or

(5) Name of an individual and is transferred to the name of a child or parent of that individual.

(c) In all other respects the transfer shall be treated the same way as any other transfer by a private owner of a registered vehicle.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-220 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-220
§13–220.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Each campaign finance entity shall designate one or more campaign accounts.

(2) Each designated campaign account shall:

(i) be in a financial institution; and

(ii) be registered in a manner that identifies it as the account of a campaign finance entity.

(3) A campaign finance entity shall deposit all funds received in a designated campaign account.

(b) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection and subsection (c) of this section, a campaign finance entity may not directly or indirectly make a disbursement except from a campaign account designated under subsection (a) of this section.

(2) A campaign finance entity, or a person authorized by the campaign finance entity, may pay an expense of the campaign finance entity from funds other than a campaign account if:

(i) the expense is supported by a receipt that is provided to the campaign finance entity; and

(ii) the campaign finance entity reimburses the person who paid the expense from the campaign account and reports the expense as an expenditure of the campaign finance entity in accordance with Subtitle 3 of this title.

(c) (1) A campaign finance entity may maintain a petty cash fund.

(2) The campaign finance entity shall maintain a separate account book for the petty cash fund.

(3) The petty cash fund:

(i) may not exceed $250 at any time; and

(ii) may be replenished only by check from a campaign account designated under subsection (a) of this section.

(4) Not more than $25 may be disbursed from the petty cash fund in a primary or general election to a single recipient.

(5) Each petty cash expenditure shall be supported by a receipt and reported by category on the appropriate campaign finance report.

(6) This subsection does not authorize an expenditure that otherwise is unlawful under this article.

(d) (1) Subject to paragraph (3) of this subsection, a campaign finance entity may make a disbursement only by:

(i) check; or

(ii) an electronic method that the State Board authorizes by regulation.

(2) An electronic method of making a disbursement that the State Board authorizes under this subsection shall ensure that:

(i) the identity of the person making the disbursement may be verified;

(ii) the transaction is secure; and

(iii) there is an adequate record of the transaction.

(3) A campaign finance entity may make a disbursement to compensate a responsible officer of the campaign finance entity only by check.

(e) Within 30 days after filing a campaign finance report at the State Board, the treasurer of an authorized candidate campaign committee shall provide both the candidate and the chairman with a copy of the most recent campaign account bank statement.
Md. Code, Education § 13-804 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 8 / Section 13-804
§13–804.
Status: in_force

(a) To calculate the actual costs of the professional instructional program of the College, costs associated with graduate education, continuing education, the agricultural experiment stations, cooperative extension services, and expenditures associated with contractual grant research shall be excluded.

(b) The Executive Vice President and Chief Business Officer of the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University shall be responsible for providing the Board with the cost data on which the actual costs of the professional instructional program of the College shall be determined after consulting with the fiscal support staff of the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and the University of Maryland, College Park Campus.

(c) To determine the appropriate level of general fund contributions for meeting the actual costs of the professional instructional program of the College to be requested from the executives and legislatures of the State of Maryland and the Commonwealth of Virginia, respectively, revenues estimated to be generated by tuition fees and charges, appropriate federal funds, instructional fees, and other instructional sources of income shall be subtracted from the calculations.

(d) The State of Maryland shall provide the appropriate level of general funds to meet the financial requirements of the professional instructional program of the College.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 13-302 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-302
§13–302.
Status: in_force

(a) To qualify for a license, an applicant shall meet the requirements of this section.

(b) If the applicant is a firm, the firm shall appoint a firm member as the representative member to make the application on behalf of the firm.

(c) (1) If the applicant is an individual, the applicant shall be of good character and reputation.

(2) If the applicant is a firm, each firm member shall be of good character and reputation.

(d) The individual applicant or the representative member shall be at least 25 years old.

(e) The applicant shall meet the experience requirements of § 13-303 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 13-301 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-301
§13–301.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Agricultural land” means real property that is or was assessed on the basis of farm or agricultural use under § 8–209 of this article.

(c) (1) “Agricultural land transfer tax” means the tax imposed under § 13–302 of this subtitle.

(2) “Agricultural land transfer tax” does not include the surcharge imposed under § 13–303(d) of this subtitle.

(d) (1) “Total value” means the value of the property as stated in the most recent assessment roll.

(2) “Total value” includes any adjustment in the value of improvements that result from an increase in construction costs as determined by the Department as of the most recent date of finality.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-2609 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 26 / Section 13-2609
§13–2609.
Status: in_force

(a) An organization or municipal corporation described in § 13–2606 of this subtitle that intends to conduct bingo under this part must obtain:

(1) an annual license to conduct bingo for more than 15 days in a year; or

(2) a temporary license to conduct bingo for 15 days or fewer in a year.

(b) (1) An applicant for a license shall submit to the Department an application on the form that the Department by regulation requires.

(2) The application form shall require:

(i) the name of the applicant;

(ii) the name of each principal officer of the applicant; and

(iii) a certification that no person will conduct bingo except a person who:

1. is a salaried employee or bona fide member of the applicant; and

2. shall not receive any form of commission or bonus.

(c) (1) An applicant shall pay to the Department a license fee of:

(i) $100 for an annual license; or

(ii) $25 in addition to $5 for each day bingo is conducted for a temporary license.

(2) The Department shall pay to the county commissioners all license fees collected under this part.

(d) The Department shall issue a license to each applicant who meets the requirements of this part and the regulations adopted under this part.

(e) If an applicant conducts bingo on premises that are leased by the applicant, the lease agreement must be approved by the Department before a license may be issued.

(f) The Department may deny a license to an applicant or suspend or revoke a license if the applicant or licensee has violated this part or any regulation adopted under this part.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-2102 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 21 / Section 13-2102
§13–2102.
Status: in_force

There is a State Traumatic Brain Injury Advisory Board.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-2508 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 25 / Section 13-2508
§13–2508.
Status: in_force

This subtitle shall be enforced by:

(1) the sheriff;

(2) any municipal police officer in the county;

(3) any other law enforcement officer of the county; and

(4) any prosecutor of the county.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-239 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-239
§13–239.
Status: in_force

Except as provided in § 13–240 of this subtitle, if a campaign finance entity receives a contribution from an anonymous source, the campaign finance entity:

(1) may not use the contribution for any purpose; and

(2) shall remit the contribution to the Fair Campaign Financing Fund established under § 15–103 of this article.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13-207 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-207
§13–207.
Status: in_force

(a) An organization commander:

(1) may require those under the command of the organization commander to perform any military duty; and

(2) is responsible to the Governor for the general efficiency of the units of the organized militia under the command of the organization commander.

(b) A commanding officer of a unit is responsible to the officer’s immediate commander for the equipment, drill, instruction, movements, and efficiency of those under the officer’s command.

(c) Each officer or enlisted individual is responsible to the individual’s immediate commanding officer for prompt and unhesitating obedience, proper drill, and the preservation and proper use of the property of the organization, the State, or the United States that is in the individual’s possession.

(d) A unit of the organized militia shall be inspected:

(1) by an officer detailed for inspection duty, whenever the Governor considers it advisable; and

(2) by an officer of the United States Army or Air Force, as provided by federal law or regulation.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-1503 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 15 / Section 13-1503
§13–1503.
Status: in_force

(a) Before an organization conducts a gaming event under this subtitle, the organization shall obtain a license from the sheriff.

(b) The following organizations may obtain a license to conduct a gaming event:

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

(2) a State-chartered organization authorized by a nationally chartered veterans organization;

(3) a tax-supported volunteer fire company; or

(4) a nonprofit organization that intends to raise money for an exclusively charitable, athletic, or educational purpose which is specifically described in the application for a license.

(c) An application for a license shall contain a certification by a principal officer of the organization that states:

(1) the scheduled time and place of the gaming event and the date of any raffle drawing;

(2) that the licensed activities will be managed and conducted solely and personally by the regular members of the organization without the assistance of gaming professionals;

(3) that all money prizes offered will comply with the limits listed in this subtitle;

(4) that the organization, by one of its principal officers, shall, within 15 days after the last day named in the application for conducting the licensed activities, file a report under penalties of perjury containing the information required by § 13-1509 of this subtitle; and

(5) if the organization is a nonprofit organization that intends to raise money for an exclusively charitable, athletic, or educational purpose, a specific description of the purpose.

(d) The sheriff shall charge the following license fees:

(1) $5 for a bingo license;

(2) $10 for a paddle wheel license;

(3) $10 for a raffle license;

(4) $10 for a 50/50 license; and

(5) $15 for a members–only instant bingo license.

(e) An activity for which a license is issued under this subtitle must be conducted and managed solely and personally by regular members of the organization:

(1) who do not regularly conduct gaming activities for any other organization; and

(2) without the assistance of gaming professionals.
Md. Code, Education § 13-203 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-203
§13–203.
Status: in_force

(a) If, following informal discussion with the supervisor, a dispute remains unresolved, the grievance procedure is available. There are three steps in the grievance procedure.

(b) (1) Step One. Step one is the initiation of a complaint. Grievances shall be initiated within 30 calendar days of the action involved, or within 30 calendar days of the employee having reasonable knowledge of the act, unless these time limits are further delimited as stated in § 13-205 of this subtitle. Appeals within the grievance procedure shall be timed from receipt of the written opinion of management or from when such opinion is due, whichever comes first. An aggrieved employee or the employee’s designated representative may present the grievance in writing to the department head or chairman or designee for formal consideration. If the grievance is presented to the department head or chairman or designee, within 5 days after the receipt of the written grievance a conference shall be held with the aggrieved or the employee’s designated representative and within 5 days after the conclusion of the conference a decision shall be rendered in writing to the aggrieved or the employee’s designated representative. If the aggrieved employee is not satisfied with the decision rendered at this step, the employee or the employee’s designated representative may appeal in writing to step two within 5 days.

(2) Both employee and department head or chairman or designee shall continue to review the matter, either privately or with the help of others in the employee’s immediate work unit who are directly involved in the grievance. Each department head or chairman or designee shall use judgment in keeping superiors informed of the status of each grievance and, if necessary, request guidance, advisory committees, or other assistance consistent with departmental policy. If either the employee or the department head or chairman or designee feels the need for aid in arriving at a solution, the campus personnel department may be requested to provide resource staff or any other available resource personnel may be invited to participate in further discussions. The addition of such participants does not relieve the department head or chairman or designee and the employee from responsibility for resolving the problem.

(c) Step Two. The appeal shall be submitted to the president of the constituent institution or the president’s designated representative within 5 days after the receipt of the written decision at step one. The president or the president’s designated representative shall hold a conference with the aggrieved or the employee’s designated representative within 10 days of receipt of the written grievance appeal and render a written decision within 15 days after the conclusion of the conference.

(d) Step Three. In the case of any still unresolved grievance between an employee and the constituent institution, the aggrieved employee, after exhausting all available procedures provided by the constituent institution, may submit the grievance to either arbitration or to the Chancellor who may delegate this responsibility to the Office of Administrative Hearings in accordance with Title 10, Subtitle 2 of the State Government Article. In either case, the appeal shall be submitted within 10 days after the receipt of any written decision pertaining to that grievance and issued by the constituent institution. If the grievance is arbitrated, the parties shall select an arbitrator by mutual agreement. If they are unable to reach a mutual agreement, an arbitrator shall be supplied by the American Arbitration Association by their procedures. Any fees resulting from arbitration are assessed by the arbitrator equally between the two parties. The arbitration award is advisory to the Chancellor or administrative law judge, as appropriate, and an additional appeal or hearing may not be considered. The Chancellor or administrative law judge, as appropriate, shall make the final decision that is binding on all parties.

(e) (1) The Chancellor or administrative law judge, as appropriate, shall have the power to award back pay in any grievance and the president of the constituent institution shall enforce such order. In any reclassification case in which the Chancellor or administrative law judge, as appropriate, or his designated representative, determines that an employee has been misclassified, the Chancellor or administrative law judge, as appropriate, may, in his discretion, award back pay to the employee for a period not to exceed one year prior to the initial filing of the grievance.

(2) After a finding that wages were withheld in violation of §§ 2–402 and 2–407 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article, the decision maker in a grievance procedure shall award the payment of damages in accordance with § 2–407 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article.

(f) (1) During any stage of a complaint, grievance, or other administrative or legal action that concerns State employment by a full-time or part-time employee of an institution, or by a temporary or contractual employee of an institution, the employee may not be subjected to coercion, discrimination, interference, reprisal, or restraint by or initiated on behalf of an institution solely as a result of that employee’s pursuit of a grievance, complaint, or other administrative or legal action that concerns State employment.

(2) An employee of an institution may not intentionally take or assist in taking an act of coercion, discrimination, interference, reprisal, or restraint against another employee solely as a result of that employee’s pursuit of a grievance, complaint, or other administrative or legal action that concerns State employment.

(3) An employee who violates the provisions of this subsection is subject to disciplinary action, including termination of employment.
Md. Code, Environment § 13-203 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-203
§13–203.
Status: in_force

(a) The public member is the chairman of the Board.

(b) Except for the chairman, the manner of election of officers and their terms of office shall be as the Board determines.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-1049 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 10 / Section 13A-1049
§13A–1049.
Status: in_force

A person subject to this title is guilty of perjury and shall be punished as a court–martial may direct if the person, in a judicial proceeding or in a course of justice, willfully and corruptly:

(1) on a lawful oath or in any form allowed by law to be substituted for an oath, gives false testimony material to the issue or matter of inquiry; or

(2) in a declaration, certificate, verification, or statement under penalty of perjury as permitted under section 28 U.S.C. 1746, subscribes any false statement material to the issue or matter of inquiry.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-1604 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 16 / Section 13-1604
§13–1604.
Status: reserved

(a) In this section, “eligible transferor district” means an election district in which the total number of Class B and Class D licenses, excluding exception licenses, is 10% or greater than the total number of Class B and Class D licenses that are allowed in an election district based on the rule of the Board that limits the total number of licenses available in an election district by population.

(b) (1) Subject to paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, the Board may approve the transfer of a Class B or Class D license in existence in an eligible transferor district on June 1, 2025, to another election district if:

(i) the approval occurs anytime from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2028, both inclusive; and

(ii) prior to the transfer, the number of licenses in existence in the election district to which the license is to be transferred is not greater than 25% more than the number of licenses that would otherwise exist in that election district, based on the rule of the Board that limits the total number of licenses available in an election district by population.

(2) (i) The Board may not authorize the transfer of more than five Class B or Class D licenses in existence on June 1, 2025, in total under this section.

(ii) Not more than two licenses may be transferred under this subsection into any single election district.

(3) (i) When the Board receives an application to transfer a license under this section, the Board shall notify the county Department of Economic and Workforce Development.

(ii) 1. This subparagraph applies when the license holder owns the property from which the license is to be transferred.

2. The application to transfer a license shall include information on the status of the real property associated with the license to be transferred and any plans for disposition and future use of the property after the transfer of the license.

3. Except as provided in subparagraph (iv) of this paragraph, the Board shall deny a transfer under this section if it determines, based on an assessment provided by the county Department of Economic and Workforce Development, that:

A. the applicant has not demonstrated that there is an appropriate future use of the property from which the license is to be transferred after the transfer; or

B. the transfer will result in significant negative economic impact to the community that surrounds the property from which the license is to be transferred.

(iii) 1. This subparagraph applies when the license holder has no ownership in the property from which the license is to be transferred.

2. The county Department of Economic and Workforce Development may submit a letter to the Board regarding the economic impact the transfer of the license will have on the community that surrounds the property from which the license is to be transferred.

3. The Board may deny a transfer under this section based on the letter received in accordance with subsubparagraph 2 of this subparagraph, unless the Board finds that the applicant has undertaken a good faith effort to facilitate a future use of the property by advising the property owner of the intention to transfer the license to another location.

4. The applicant may submit information to the Board in support of the transfer of the license.

(iv) The Board may waive the requirement under subparagraph (ii)3 of this paragraph if, with the concurrence of the county Department of Economic and Workforce Development, the Board finds that the license holder has undertaken good faith efforts to facilitate a future use of the property and mitigate any negative economic impacts to the surrounding community.

(c) (1) A Class B Service Bar (SB) beer and wine license may be issued only in compliance with this subsection.

(2) A Class B Service Bar (SB) license allows:

(i) sales of beer and wine for on–premises consumption; and

(ii) alcoholic beverages to be served to patrons only as part of a meal.

(3) A Class B Service Bar (SB) license may be used only in the operation of a restaurant, as defined by the Board and this article, that:

(i) has table service; and

(ii) maintains average daily receipts from the sale of food of at least 60% of the total daily receipts of the establishment.

(4) A Class B Service Bar (SB) license does not allow service to a customer who is standing or accepting delivery of purchased food or beverage items other than while seated at a table.

(5) (i) Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the proposed restaurant for which a Class B Service Bar (SB) license is sought shall comply with the zoning ordinances of the county, including allowing seating for not fewer than 30 customers and not more than 100 customers.

(ii) The license may not be used in conjunction with the viewing of televised sporting events or the use of live bands, disc jockeys, karaoke, or any other form of live entertainment.

(6) A Class B or D license transferred under subsection (b) of this section or a Class B Service Bar (SB) license issued under this subsection may not thereafter be transferred from the licensed premises or converted to another class of license.

(d) The annual fee for a Class B Service Bar (SB) beer and wine license is $5,000.

(e) (1) When a license is transferred from an eligible transferor district to another election district under this section, the license does not continue to exist in the eligible transferor district from which it was transferred.

(2) Subject to the 25% allowance authorized in subsection (b)(1)(ii) of this section, the Board shall consider a license transferred under this section to be a regular license and not an exception license for determining the total number of licenses available in an election district based on the rule of the Board.

(f) (1) The Board:

(i) shall convert a Class D license that is transferred from an eligible transferor district to any other election district to a Class B license; and

(ii) may not thereafter transfer the Class B license from the licensed premises or convert the license to another class of license.

(2) The Board may not transfer from a licensed premises or convert a license to another class of license:

(i) a new license issued by the Board based on an increase in population under the rule of the Board limiting the total number of licenses available by population; or

(ii) a license that has been revoked and reissued by the Board.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-2426 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 24 / Section 13-2426
§13–2426.
Status: in_force

(a) By regulation, the county commissioners may establish a temporary tip jar license for a nonprofit organization that desires to raise money solely for an athletic, charitable, or educational purpose that:

(1) meets the requirements for a charitable contribution under § 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code; and

(2) does not benefit a:

(i) law enforcement agency;

(ii) law enforcement fraternal organization;

(iii) political club, political committee, or political party; or

(iv) unit of the State government or of a political subdivision of the State other than:

1. an ambulance, fire fighting, or rescue squad; or

2. a primary or secondary school or an institution of higher education.

(b) If the county commissioners establish a temporary tip jar license, by regulation, the county commissioners shall:

(1) set the fee for a temporary tip jar license;

(2) set the term of a temporary tip jar license;

(3) prescribe which provisions of Part III of this subtitle apply to the issuance of a temporary tip jar license and the operation of a tip jar under a temporary tip jar license; and

(4) establish any additional requirements that the county commissioners consider appropriate concerning operation of a tip jar under a temporary tip jar license.

(c) An organization that receives a temporary tip jar license is subject to audit by the gaming commission.

(d) An individual involved in the operation of a tip jar under a temporary tip jar license may not personally benefit financially from the operation of the tip jar.

(e) If an organization that has operated a tip jar under a temporary tip jar license disbands, the organization shall transfer any remaining proceeds from the operation of a tip jar to the fund.
Md. Code, Environment § 13-302 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-302
§13–302.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board shall adopt rules and regulations for the qualifications of applicants.

(b) Except as otherwise provided in this title, to qualify for a license, an applicant shall meet any reasonable qualifications or requirements that the Board establishes for license applicants.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 13-532 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-532
§13–532.
Status: in_force

(a) Before exercising the right to sell property that has been seized under this subtitle, a lienholder shall give to the forfeiting authority:

(1) written notice of the intention to sell;

(2) copies of documents giving rise to the lien; and

(3) an affidavit under oath by the lienholder:

(i) stating that the underlying obligation is in default; and

(ii) stating the reasons for the default.

(b) On request of the lienholder, the forfeiting authority shall release the property to the lienholder.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 13-507 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-507
§13–507.
Status: in_force

(a) A seizing authority may seize a motor vehicle used in violation of § 3–1102 or § 3–1103 of the Criminal Law Article and recommend forfeiture to the forfeiting authority if the total circumstances of the case as listed in subsection (b) of this section dictate that seizure and forfeiture are justified.

(b) Circumstances to be considered in deciding whether seizure and forfeiture are justified include:

(1) evidence that the motor vehicle was acquired by use of proceeds from a transaction involving a violation of § 3–1102 or § 3–1103 of the Criminal Law Article;

(2) the circumstances of the arrest; and

(3) the way in which the motor vehicle was used.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-1907 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 19 / Section 13-1907
§13–1907.
Status: in_force

A person who conducts or attempts to conduct a benefit performance in violation of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-1108 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 11 / Section 13-1108
§13–1108.
Status: in_force

(a) After the Baseline Cancer Study has been completed and before soliciting applications for Local Public Health Cancer Grants, the Department, in consultation with local health departments, shall:

(1) Establish short-term and long-term cancer prevention, education, screening, and treatment goals for each county;

(2) Establish other requirements for each county that the Department determines to be necessary to meet the goals established under paragraph (1) of this subsection; and

(3) Provide for the distribution of Local Public Health Cancer Grants to eligible counties based on the formula established under subsection (b) of this section.

(b) Subject to subsections (c) through (e) of this section and §§ 13-1109 through 13-1113 of this subtitle, the Department shall distribute a Local Public Health Cancer Grant to each county that is equal to the sum of:

(1) A base amount of funding as determined by the Department for each county;

(2) The product of:

(i) One-half of the amount remaining from the allocation to the Local Public Health Component in the State budget after the base amount under item (1) of this subsection is distributed to each county; and

(ii) The number of individuals in the county who have any of the targeted cancers divided by the number of individuals in the State residing outside of Baltimore City who have any of the targeted cancers; and

(3) The product of:

(i) One-half of the amount remaining from the allocation to the Local Public Health Component in the State budget after the base amount under item (1) of this subsection is distributed to each county; and

(ii) The number of individuals in the county who died from any of the targeted cancers during the prior year divided by the number of individuals in the State residing outside of Baltimore City who died from any of the targeted cancers during the prior year.

(c) (1) Except as provided in this subsection, Baltimore City is not eligible to receive money from the Department based on the formula established under subsection (b) of this section.

(2) Each year, before calculating the amount of money that may be distributed to each county as a Local Public Health Cancer Grant under subsection (b) of this section, the Department shall calculate the amount of money that would have been distributed to each county if Baltimore City were included in the formula.

(3) For fiscal year 2007 or any subsequent fiscal year, if the amount of money that would have been distributed to Baltimore City using the formula established under subsection (b) of this section if Baltimore City were included in the formula exceeds 19%, the Department shall transfer the difference between that amount and 19% from the Local Public Health Component to the Statewide Academic Health Center Component.

(d) Beginning in fiscal year 2004, the calculations required in subsection (b)(2)(ii) and (3)(ii) of this section of the numbers of individuals having any of the targeted cancers or who died from any of the targeted cancers shall be based on the most recent data averaged over a multiyear period as determined by the Department.

(e) The allocation formula calculated in accordance with subsection (b) of this section for fiscal year 2004 shall remain in effect for the following 3 years and thereafter be recalculated every 4th year in accordance with the provisions of this section.

(f) The Department may reallocate projected unspent funds awarded to a county to another county as needed during the fiscal year in order to address any unmet county funding needs as determined under § 13–1107 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 13-218 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-218
§13–218.
Status: in_force

(a) Each procurement contract shall include clauses covering:

(1) termination for default;

(2) termination wholly or partly by the State for its convenience if the head of the primary procurement unit determines that termination is appropriate;

(3) variations that occur between estimated and actual quantities of work in a procurement contract;

(4) liquidated damages, as appropriate;

(5) specified excuses for nonperformance;

(6) except for real property leases, the unilateral right of the State to order in writing:

(i) changes in the work, if the changes are within the scope of the procurement contract; and

(ii) a temporary stop or delay in performance;

(7) the obligation of the contractor to comply with the political contribution reporting requirements under Title 14 of the Election Law Article, to which the contractor may be subject as required under § 17–402 of this article; and

(8) nonvisual access for information technology as required under § 3A–312 of this article.

(b) In addition to the clauses required under subsection (a) of this section, a procurement contract for construction shall include:

(1) a clause providing for contract modification if the condition of a site differs from the condition described in the specifications; and

(2) a clause covering the requirements for notice of contract claims, submission of contract claims, and resolution of contract claims under § 15–219 of this article.

(c) Each procurement contract shall include a clause that gives to the parties notice that preexisting regulations apply to the procurement contract in accordance with § 11–206 of this article.

(d) At any time after the parties enter into a procurement contract they may include additional clauses in the procurement contract, by consent, without consideration.

(e) A clause required under this section for contract modification of or change orders to a procurement contract for construction shall:

(1) make each contract modification or change order that affects the price of the procurement contract subject to:

(i) prior written approval from the unit and any other person responsible for the procurement contract; and

(ii) prior certification by the fiscal authority responsible for the unit about:

1. the availability of money; and

2. the effect of the contract modification or change order on the project budget or the total construction cost; and

(2) prohibit the contract modification or change order if the certification by the fiscal authority discloses that the contract modification or change order will increase the cost beyond budgeted and available money, unless:

(i) sufficient additional money is made available; or

(ii) the scope of the project is adjusted to allow completion within the project budget.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 13-313 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-313
§13–313.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to the hearing provisions of § 13-315 of this subtitle, the Secretary may deny a license to any applicant, reprimand any licensee, fine any licensee or agency, 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) aids an individual to obtain or to attempt to obtain fraudulently or deceptively certification under this title as a private detective;

(4) while not licensed, solicits to engage in or willfully engages in a business providing private detective services in the State;

(5) while not licensed, willfully advertises:

(i) as a private detective agency; or

(ii) the provision of private detective services;

(6) willfully makes a false statement or misrepresentation that an individual is or was in the employ of the applicant or licensee;

(7) willfully makes a false statement or misrepresentation in any renewal application, in any annual statement, or in any other report or document that the Secretary requires to be submitted;

(8) fails to notify the Secretary about any change among the firm members or in the address of the principal office or any branch office of a licensee;

(9) fails to maintain the liability insurance required under § 13-604 of this title; or

(10) violates any other provision of this title.

(b) For purposes of this section, an act or omission of any principal, agent, or employee of an applicant or licensee may be construed to be the act or omission of the applicant or licensee, as well as of the principal, agent, or employee.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-1002 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1002
§13–1002.
Status: reserved

(a) There is a Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Program in the Department.

(b) The purpose of the Program is to coordinate the State’s use of the Cigarette Restitution Fund to address issues relating to tobacco use prevention and cessation so as to create a lasting legacy of public health initiatives that result in a reduction of tobacco use in the State and otherwise benefit the health and welfare of the State’s residents.

(c) The Program consists of:

(1) A Surveillance and Evaluation Component;

(2) A Statewide Public Health Component;

(3) A Counter–Marketing and Media Component;

(4) A Local Public Health Component; and

(5) An Administrative Component.

(d) (1) The Program shall be funded as provided in the State budget with money from the Cigarette Restitution Fund.

(2) The Legislative Auditor is authorized to audit the 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 this Program.

(e) (1) The annual budget bill shall specify the amount of funding that is allocated to each component of the Program.

(2) Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, money that is allocated to a component of the Program in the State budget:

(i) May only be expended for the purpose for which it is appropriated; and

(ii) May not be transferred to any other component of the Program, any other program in the Department, or any other unit of State government.

(3) (i) Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the Department may transfer a maximum of 10% of the total amount of money that is allocated to the Program in the State budget among components of the Program if the transfer is specifically authorized in the annual budget bill as enacted.

(ii) The Department may not transfer money to the Administrative Component from any other component of the Program.

(iii) If the Department transfers any money among the components of the Program as authorized under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph, the Department shall report the transfer to the Senate Budget and Taxation Committee, Senate Finance Committee, House Appropriations Committee, and House Health and Government Operations Committee within 60 days of the transfer.

(iv) The Department may transfer money that is allocated to a component of the Program in the State budget to another program in the Department, or another unit of State government if the transfer is specifically authorized by:

1. A provision of this subtitle; or

2. A provision of the annual budget bill as enacted that relates specifically to the transfer of funds from that component.

(f) (1) Money that is allocated to a component of the Program in the State budget that remains unspent and unobligated at the end of the applicable fiscal year shall revert to the Cigarette Restitution Fund.

(2) Money that reverts to the Cigarette Restitution Fund under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be used to fund the Program in the fiscal year to which the next annual budget bill relates.

(3) The Governor shall include in the next annual budget bill an appropriation for the Program that is at least equal to the amount of money that reverted to the Cigarette Restitution Fund under paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(g) No later than January 31 of each year, the Department shall report to the Governor and, subject to § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the Senate Budget and Taxation Committee, Senate Finance Committee, House Appropriations Committee, and House Health and Government Operations Committee:

(1) The amount of money that was allocated to each component of the Program during:

(i) The prior fiscal year that remained unspent and unobligated at the end of that year; and

(ii) The current fiscal year that remained unspent and unobligated as of December 31 of the preceding calendar year; and

(2) The amount of money that was distributed to a county as a Local Public Health Tobacco Grant during:

(i) The prior fiscal year that remained unspent and unobligated at the end of that year; and

(ii) The current fiscal year that remained unspent and unobligated as of December 31 of the preceding calendar year.

(h) The Department shall adopt regulations that establish the criteria that the Department will use to determine whether, for the purpose of qualifying as an uninsured individual under § 13–1001(v) of this subtitle, an individual has the financial means to pay for appropriate treatment.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-604 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-604
§13–604.
Status: in_force

(a) The Secretary may contract with any qualified person to administer the Program.

(b) The Secretary shall:

(1) Develop a system to gather and maintain data;

(2) Develop methods to:

(i) Contact parents or guardians of newborns and their identified primary care providers regarding the results of the newborn hearing screening;

(ii) Contact parents or guardians of newborns and infants who have, or are at risk for developing, a permanent hearing status that affects speech–language skills; and

(iii) Ensure families are referred to appropriate services;

(3) Establish a toll–free telephone line to communicate information about hearing status that affects speech–language skills and services for infants who have, or are at risk for developing, a permanent hearing status that affects speech–language skills;

(4) Appoint an Advisory Council for the Program;

(5) Meet annually with the Advisory Council; and

(6) In consultation with the Advisory Council, adopt rules and regulations necessary to implement the Program.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-608 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-608
§13–608.
Status: in_force

The Attorney General is the legal advisor to the Council.
Md. Code, Local Government § 13-312 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-312
§13–312.
Status: in_force

The County Commissioners of Carroll County may adopt regulations to:

(1) implement this part;

(2) protect against persons who attempt to avoid the requirements of this part or any other law or regulation relating to transient vendors;

(3) require persons engaging in business to prove that they are not transient vendors; or

(4) require a person engaging in business to post the bond or other security required by this part until the person has engaged in business for 1 year and has paid all taxes due as a result of engaging in that business.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 13-1009 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1009
§13–1009.
Status: reserved

(a) This section does not affect the right of the Authority to acquire an option or institute any condemnation proceeding for later acquisition of property once the approval required by this section occurs.

(b) (1) Subject to annual appropriations and this subtitle, the Authority may acquire in its own name, by gift, purchase, or condemnation, any real or personal property, or interests in property, necessary or convenient to carry out its responsibilities under this subtitle.

(2) When acquiring in its own name any real or personal property, or interests in property as specified in paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Authority shall first attempt to acquire the property through negotiation and purchase.

(3) If it is not able to acquire property through negotiation and purchase, the Authority may exercise the powers of condemnation for private property, as provided in subsection (c) of this section.

(c) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, prior approval of the Board of Public Works, and review by the Legislative Policy Committee, the Authority may exercise the power of ordinary condemnation for any private property for any purpose of the Authority:

(1) In accordance with Title 12 of the Real Property Article; and

(2) In the park corridor only.

(d) (1) Subject to the prior approval of the Board of Public Works:

(i) The State, its agencies, and any local jurisdiction within the Heritage Area may lease, lend, grant, or otherwise convey to the Authority, at its request, any property or interest therein, including property devoted to public use, that is necessary or convenient for the purposes of this subtitle; or

(ii) The State may lease or sublease any property or interest therein from or to the Authority, whether or not any building or structure is constructed or usable thereon.

(2) Lease payments appropriated by the State to the Authority shall be transferred to the Fund.

(e) For any acquisition of real or personal property or interest in property in the City of Cumberland or in Allegany County, other than in the park corridor, the Authority shall comply with any applicable local planning, zoning, and development regulations to the same extent as a private commercial or industrial enterprise.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-601 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-601
§13–601.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Commissioners” means the Board of County Commissioners of Calvert County, Charles County, or St. Mary’s County, respectively.

(c) “Council” means the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland.

(d) “Executive Director” means the Executive Director of the Council.

(e) “Plan” means a regional plan that the Council prepares for the region.

(f) “Region” means Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-1102 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 11 / Section 13-1102
§13–1102.
Status: in_force

There is a Maryland Lower Eastern Shore Tourism Center Advisory Committee.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 13-101 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-101
§13–101.
Status: in_force

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

(b) (1) “Advertisement” means the publication, dissemination, or circulation of any oral or written matter, including labeling, which directly or indirectly tends to induce a person to enter into an obligation, sign a contract, or acquire title or interest in any merchandise, real property, intangibles, or service.

(2) “Advertisement” includes every device to disguise any form of business solicitation by using:

(i) A word such as “renewal”, “invoice”, “bill”, “statement”, or “reminder” to create an impression of an existing obligation if there is none; or

(ii) Other language to mislead a person in relation to a proposed commercial transaction.

(c) (1) “Consumer” means an actual or prospective purchaser, lessee, or recipient of consumer goods, consumer services, consumer realty, or consumer credit.

(2) “Consumer” includes:

(i) A co–obligor or surety for a consumer;

(ii) A licensee or recipient of computer information or computer programs under a consumer contract as defined in § 22–102 of this article;

(iii) An individual who sells or offers for sale to a merchant consumer goods or consumer realty that the individual acquired primarily for personal, household, family, or agricultural purposes; or

(iv) A fraternal, religious, civic, patriotic, educational, or charitable organization that purchases, rents, or leases goods or services for the benefit of the members of the organization.

(d) (1) “Consumer credit”, “consumer debts”, “consumer goods”, “consumer realty”, and “consumer services” mean, respectively, credit, debts or obligations, goods, real property, and services which are primarily for personal, household, family, or agricultural purposes.

(2) “Consumer goods” and “consumer services” include, respectively, goods and services which are purchased, rented, or leased by a fraternal, religious, civic, patriotic, educational, or charitable organization for the benefit of the members of the organization.

(e) “Division” means the Division of Consumer Protection of the Office of the Attorney General.

(f) “Merchandise” means any commodity, object, wares, or goods.

(g) (1) “Merchant” means a person who directly or indirectly either offers or makes available to consumers any consumer goods, consumer services, consumer realty, or consumer credit.

(2) “Merchant” includes a person:

(i) Who directly or indirectly purchases or offers to purchase any consumer goods or consumer realty from a consumer; and

(ii) Whose business includes paying off consumer debt in connection with the purchase of any consumer goods or consumer realty from a consumer.

(h) “Person” includes an individual, corporation, business trust, statutory trust, estate, trust, partnership, association, two or more persons having a joint or common interest, or any other legal or commercial entity.

(i) “Sale” includes any:

(1) Sale of or offer or attempt to sell merchandise, real property, or intangibles for cash or credit; or

(2) Service or offer for service which relates to any person, building, or equipment.

(j) “Service” means any:

(1) Building repair or improvement service;

(2) Subprofessional service;

(3) Repair of a motor vehicle, home appliance, or other similar commodity; or

(4) Repair, installation, or other servicing of any plumbing, heating, electrical, or mechanical device.

(k) “Unfair, abusive, or deceptive trade practice” has the meaning stated in Subtitle 3 of this title.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 13-102.1 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-102.1
§13–102.
Status: in_force

§13–102.1.

(a) A unit may not charge a fee to access eMaryland Marketplace.

(b) (1) Subject to approval by the Board of Public Works, the Chief Procurement Officer may establish fees for the use of eMaryland Marketplace by an entity that publishes a notice of a procurement, conducts a procurement, or publishes a notice of award.

(2) The Chief Procurement Officer may not charge a unit, as defined in § 11–101 of this article, a fee under this subsection.

(c) Subject to approval by the Board of Public Works, the Chief Procurement Officer, in consultation with the Department of Budget and Management, may establish fees for:

(1) training;

(2) strategic sourcing; and

(3) administrative costs.

(d) (1) There is an Operations Revenue Fund in the Department of General Services.

(2) The Fund is a special, nonlapsing fund that is not subject to § 7–302 of this article.

(3) The State Treasurer shall hold the Fund separately, and the Comptroller shall account for the Fund.

(4) The Fund consists of any fees imposed and collected under subsection (b)(1) or (c) of this section and § 13–226(c) of this title.

(5) The Fund shall be used by the Department of General Services to cover the actual documented direct and indirect operating expenses of the Office of State Procurement.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-103 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-103
§13–103.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The State Board shall prepare a summary of the election law that relates to campaign finance activity and provide for distribution of the summary.

(2) When a certificate of candidacy is filed, the board receiving the certificate shall provide the candidate with:

(i) a copy of the summary; and

(ii) each form the candidate is required to file under this title.

(b) The State Board shall provide to a local board samples of such of the forms required under this title as the local board may request.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-937 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-937
§13–937.
Status: in_force

(a) When registered with the Administration, every multipurpose passenger vehicle is a Class M (multipurpose) vehicle.

(b) For each Class M (multipurpose) vehicle, the annual registration fee is:

(1) For a vehicle with a manufacturer’s shipping weight of 3,500 pounds or less:

(i) On or after July 1, 2024, but before July 1, 2025, $70.50; and

(ii) On or after July 1, 2025, $80.50;

(2) For a vehicle with a manufacturer’s shipping weight of more than 3,500 pounds but not more than 3,700 pounds:

(i) On or after July 1, 2024, but before July 1, 2025, $80.50; and

(ii) On or after July 1, 2025, $85.50; and

(3) For a vehicle with a manufacturer’s shipping weight of more than 3,700 pounds:

(i) On or after July 1, 2024, but before July 1, 2025, $121.50; and

(ii) On or after July 1, 2025, $151.50.

(c) The Administration may by rule and regulation provide for the registration under this section of all multipurpose passenger vehicles registered under another classification.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-506.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-506.1
§13–506.
Status: in_force

§13–506.1.

(a) An insurance company shall promptly notify the Administration if:

(1) The company makes a claim settlement on a vehicle that is salvage; and

(2) The owner retains possession of the vehicle.

(b) The notice under subsection (a) of this section shall:

(1) Be accompanied by the title to the vehicle and a fee established by the Administration under § 13–117 of this title for a corrected title;

(2) Include the name of the vehicle’s owner and a description of the vehicle; and

(3) Include a statement by the insurance company that the salvage certificate bears a notation under § 13–506(c)(2)(ii)1, 2, 3, or 4 of this subtitle.

(c) On receipt of the notice under subsection (a) of this section, the Administration shall:

(1) Record that the vehicle has been declared salvage; and

(2) (i) In the case of a repairable vehicle described in § 13–506(c)(2)(ii)1 or 4 of this subtitle, send a notice to the owner of the vehicle that the vehicle registration will be suspended unless the owner submits proof satisfactory to the Administration that the vehicle has been inspected for safety, in compliance with Title 23 of this article, within 90 days of the date of the notice; or

(ii) In the case of a vehicle described in § 13–506(c)(2)(ii)2 of this subtitle:

1. Issue a salvage certificate to the owner of the vehicle; and

2. Send a notice to the owner of the vehicle that the vehicle registration has been suspended and directing that the vehicle’s registration plates be returned immediately to the Administration.

(d) In accordance with § 13–507 of this subtitle, after a vehicle described in § 13–506(c)(2)(ii)1 or 4 of this subtitle has been inspected for safety in accordance with Title 23 of this article, the Administration shall issue to the owner a new certificate of title for the vehicle.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-1104 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 11 / Section 13-1104
§13–1104.
Status: in_force

The Advisory Committee shall advise and counsel the Department on the development and operation of the Maryland Lower Eastern Shore Tourism Center.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-1509 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 15 / Section 13-1509
§13–1509.
Status: in_force

Within 15 days after the last day of licensed activity named in the license application, one of the principal officers of the organization shall file a report under the penalties of perjury certifying:

(1) that the activities authorized by the license were conducted at the time and place stated in the application solely by the regular members of the organization without the assistance of gaming professionals, and that the members conducting the activities do not regularly conduct gaming activities for any other organization;

(2) that money prizes were not offered, except as authorized under this subtitle; and

(3) the amount and disposition of the cash proceeds of the activities authorized by the license.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 13-316.1 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-316.1
§13–316.
Status: in_force

§13–316.1.

(a) If in investigating an allegation brought against a licensee under this title, there is good cause to believe that the physical or mental condition of the licensee may adversely affect the ability of the licensee to practice physical therapy or limited physical therapy, the Board may require the licensee to submit to appropriate medical or psychological examination, testing, or evaluation by a health care provider designated by the Board.

(b) In return for the privilege to practice physical therapy or limited physical therapy, a licensee is deemed to:

(1) Consent to be examined, tested, or evaluated pursuant to this section; and

(2) Waive objection to the receipt of and consideration by the Board of the results of any examinations, tests, or evaluations conducted by, and the reports and testimony of, the examining health care provider.

(c) The failure or refusal of the licensee to submit to an examination required under subsection (b) of this section may be considered as evidence of the inability of the licensee to practice competently, unless the Board finds that the failure or refusal was beyond the control of the licensee.

(d) The Board shall pay the cost of all examinations, tests, and evaluations performed pursuant to this section.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-709 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 7 / Section 13A-709
§13A–709.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not, without the consent of the person, be tried a second time for the same offense.

(b) A proceeding in which an accused has been found guilty by a court–martial on any charge or specification is not a trial in the sense of this section until the finding of guilty has become final after review of the case has been fully completed.

(c) (1) A court–martial with a military judge alone is a trial in the sense of this section if, without fault of the accused, after introduction of evidence and before announcement of findings under § 13A–718 of this subtitle, the case is dismissed or terminated by the convening authority or on motion of the prosecution for failure of available evidence or witnesses.

(2) A court–martial with a military judge and members is a trial in the sense of this section if, without fault of the accused, after the members, having taken an oath as members under § 13A–707 of this subtitle and after completion of challenges under § 13A–706 of this subtitle, are impaneled, and before announcement of findings under § 13A–718 of this subtitle, the case is dismissed or terminated by the convening authority or on motion of the prosecution for failure of available evidence or witnesses.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-1702 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 17 / Section 13-1702
§13–1702.
Status: in_force

(a) If the Board approves an application from a contract purchaser, an owner of the location, or a developer under § 13–1404 of this title, the applicant may apply to transfer the license to an operator of the type of business for which the license was approved if:

(1) the license is for a location in the site for which the license was approved; and

(2) the application for transfer occurs within 5 years after the original application for the site is approved or construction at the location is completed, whichever is later.

(b) Unless otherwise prohibited by law, the Board may approve a change of location of a license issued under § 13–1404 of this title if:

(1) the license holder has engaged in an active alcoholic beverages business under the license for at least 1 year before applying for the change;

(2) (i) the license holder has not engaged in an active alcoholic beverages business under the license; and

(ii) the Board approved a change of location of the license from another location within the same election district at least 5 years before the application for the change of location under this item; or

(3) the license was originally issued within the same election district and has been at the same location for at least 10 years.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-204 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-204
§13–204.
Status: in_force

In addition to a disclosure allowed under § 13-203 of this subtitle, the Comptroller shall allow:

(1) the treasurer or finance officer of a county or municipal corporation to inspect the admissions and amusement tax return of a business, including a governmental unit, located in the county or municipal corporation; and

(2) the Maryland Stadium Authority to inspect an admissions and amusement tax return that relates to admissions to a facility owned or leased by the Authority.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-2503 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 25 / Section 13-2503
§13–2503.
Status: in_force

Subject to the limitations of the State budget, the Office of Oral Health shall:

(1) Contract with a licensed dentist to provide expertise in dental public health issues for the Office; and

(2) Provide for appropriate continuing education courses for providers that offer oral health treatment to underserved populations.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-845 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 8 / Section 13-845
§13–845.
Status: reserved

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, if the inheritance tax determined on an interest in property under § 7-209, § 7-210, or § 7-211 of this article is not paid when due, the court that has jurisdiction to administer the estate shall order the personal representative to sell as much of the interest in property on which inheritance tax is unpaid as is necessary to:

(1) pay inheritance tax on the property; and

(2) pay the expenses of the sale.

(b) A court may not order the sale of an interest in property under subsection (a) of this section after the period provided for the lien on the property under § 13-806 of this subtitle has expired.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-510 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-510
§13–510.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section and subject to § 13-514 of this subtitle, within 30 days after the date on which a notice is mailed, a person or governmental unit that is aggrieved by the action in the notice may appeal to the Tax Court from:

(1) a final assessment of tax, interest, or penalty under this article;

(2) a final determination on an application for revision or claim for refund under § 13-508 of this subtitle;

(3) an inheritance tax determination by a register or by an orphans’ court other than a circuit court sitting as an orphans’ court;

(4) a denial of an alternative payment schedule for inheritance tax or Maryland estate tax;

(5) a final determination on a claim for return of seized property under § 13-839 or § 13-840 of this title; or

(6) a disallowance of a claim for refund under § 13-904 of this title.

(b) If a tax collector does not make a determination on a claim for refund within 6 months after the claim is filed, the claimant may:

(1) consider the claim as being disallowed; and

(2) appeal the disallowance to the Tax Court.

(c) An appeal to the Maryland Tax Court under this section shall be deemed to be filed within the time allowed for the appeal if a written petition is mailed to the Maryland Tax Court with a postmark date within the time allowed for the appeal.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-328 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-328
§13–328.
Status: in_force

(a) Within 10 days after the deadline for the filing of any campaign finance report that is required to be filed with the State Board, the State Board shall compile a list of the campaign finance entities that failed to file the campaign finance report and distribute the list, or a portion of the list, to such local boards as is required to implement this subtitle.

(b) For the purposes of subsection (a) of this section, the failure to provide on a campaign finance report all of the information required of the campaign finance entity by the State Board under this subtitle is deemed a failure to file.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-202 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-202
§13–202.
Status: in_force

There is a State Advisory Council on Health and Wellness.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-733 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-733
§13–733.
Status: in_force

(a) The Bureau may establish a private, nonprofit corporation to assist the Bureau.

(b) Subject to the Corporations and Associations Article, the Bureau shall determine the powers and duties of the corporation.

(c) The Bureau may:

(1) set the number of members of the Board of Directors of the corporation;

(2) set a procedure to elect and remove directors;

(3) set the compensation of a director; and

(4) require the corporation to report periodically to the Bureau on its activities.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-405 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-405
§13–405.
Status: in_force

If the federal government, any of its agencies or officers, or any other person offers to this State or to any county any services, equipment, supplies, materials, or funds by way of gift or grant for purposes of physical fitness, this State, acting in accordance with the requirements of law, may:

(1) Accept the offer; and

(2) Authorize any officer of this State or of a county to receive and use the aid and assistance.
Md. Code, Local Government § 13-923 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-923
§13–923.
Status: in_force

The County Commissioners of Washington County may enact a local law or adopt regulations to control the increase of rent in the county.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-903 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-903
§13–903.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Council consists of the members described in this subsection.

(2) The voting members of the Council are:

(i) from Caroline County, two commissioners, appointed by the Board of County Commissioners;

(ii) from Dorchester County, two members of the county council, appointed by the county council;

(iii) from Talbot County, two members of the county council, appointed by the county council;

(iv) three municipal elected officials, one from each county, appointed by:

1. their respective municipal corporations; or

2. the Eastern Shore Municipal Association if the municipal corporations are unable to appoint a member within a reasonable time; and

(v) if the majority of the member’s legislative district is in the region, each member of the General Assembly representing the region.

(3) The nonvoting members of the Council are:

(i) each commissioner in the region who is not appointed under paragraph (2) of this subsection;

(ii) each other member of the General Assembly representing the region if the majority of the member’s legislative district is not in the region; and

(iii) three county administrators, one from each county.

(4) The bylaws of the Council may provide for additional members who are public officials or employees or private individuals.

(b) (1) A member appointed under subsection (a)(2)(i), (ii), or (iii) of this section may designate another commissioner or a county administrator representing the same county to vote by proxy for the member when the member is absent from a meeting.

(2) A member who designates a proxy shall inform the Executive Director in advance of the meeting.

(c) (1) A member who qualifies because of the member’s elected or appointed position is a member of the Council only during the member’s term of office in the elected or appointed position.

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

(d) Council membership is not an office of profit.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-2801 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 28 / Section 13-2801
§13–2801.
Status: in_force

Section 6–402 (“General penalty”) of Division I of this article applies in the county.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 13-104 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-104
§13–104.
Status: in_force

Pending final disposition, the financial authority shall account for and deposit seized money in an interest–bearing bank account or invest the seized money in accordance with Title 17 of the Local Government Article.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-951 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-951
§13–951.
Status: in_force

For the issuance of replacement validation tabs, issued under § 13-415(a) through (c) of this title to replace lost, stolen, or damaged validation tabs that have never been affixed to registration plates, the fee shall be established by the Administration.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-906 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-906
§13–906.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “register” means the register of wills of a county.

(b) (1) If a person is required to pay inheritance tax the payment of which would reduce the Maryland estate tax imposed on an estate and would entitle the estate to a Maryland estate tax refund, on the written request of the personal representative of the estate, the Comptroller may pay directly to the register, to be applied against the inheritance tax, any Maryland estate tax refund to which the estate would be entitled as a result of the payment of the inheritance tax.

(2) If a person becomes entitled to an inheritance tax refund the payment of which would result in an increase in the Maryland estate tax imposed on an estate, on the written request of the person making a claim for the inheritance tax refund or if a claim for an inheritance tax refund has not been made, the register may pay the inheritance tax refund directly to the Comptroller to be applied against any unpaid Maryland estate tax or additional Maryland estate tax that would become due as a result of the inheritance tax refund.

(c) If a payment from the Comptroller to the register or from the register to the Comptroller under subsection (b) of this section does not discharge a person’s tax liability in its entirety, the person shall pay any remaining unpaid inheritance tax to the register or any remaining unpaid Maryland estate tax to the Comptroller.

(d) Payment by the Comptroller to the register or by the register to the Comptroller under subsection (b) of this section shall satisfy the obligation of the register or Comptroller to pay a refund to the extent of the payment.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-622 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-622
§13–622.
Status: in_force

(a) If an automotive dismantler and recycler or scrap processor licensed under Title 15 of this article owns a vehicle that is mainly used in his business and that otherwise is required to be registered under this title, he may apply to the Administration for the issuance of as many special, recycler registration plates as the Administration authorizes.

(b) A licensed automotive dismantler and recycler or scrap processor may drive, under any one recycler registration plate issued to him:

(1) Any used vehicle owned by him and mainly used in his business; and

(2) Any vehicle in his possession, but not owned by him, if he has the consent of the owner of the vehicle to this use.

(c) When operating a vehicle with special recycler registration plates outside of this State, a licensed automotive dismantler and recycler or scrap processor shall operate the vehicle exclusively for the business purposes of automotive dismantling and recycling or scrap processing.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-4902 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 49 / Section 13-4902
§13–4902.
Status: in_force

§13–4902. IN EFFECT

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

There is a Behavioral Health Care Coordination Value–Based Purchasing Pilot Program in the Department.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 13-203 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-203
§13–203.
Status: in_force

(a) The Secretary shall adopt guidelines for the recruitment and selection of contractual employees.

(b) These guidelines shall require a contracting unit:

(1) to make a reasonable effort to publicly solicit applicants for contractual employment;

(2) to make a reasonable effort to screen and select contractual employees by using methods and criteria that are uniformly applied to all applicants for a particular instance of contractual employment; and

(3) to use criteria to select contractual employees that:

(i) are based on the qualifications of the applicant; and

(ii) conform to subsection (c) of this section.

(c) (1) All personnel actions concerning a contractual employee shall be made in accordance with § 2-302 of this article.

(2) An action may be taken with regard to age, sex, or disability to the extent that age, sex, or disability involves a bona fide occupational qualification.

(d) To the extent feasible, a unit shall conduct the recruitment and selection of contractual employees according to the guidelines adopted under this section.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 13-411 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-411
§13–411.
Status: in_force

An instrument of writing that a county or Baltimore City exempts from recordation tax under § 12–118 of this article may be exempted from the county or Baltimore City transfer tax.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 13-104 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-104
§13–104.
Status: in_force

This title does not apply to:

(1) The professional services of a certified public accountant, architect, clergyman, professional engineer, lawyer, veterinarian, insurance company authorized to do business in the State, insurance producer licensed by the State, Christian Science practitioner, land surveyor, property line surveyor, chiropractor, optometrist, physical therapist, podiatrist, real estate broker, associate real estate broker, or real estate salesperson, or medical or dental practitioner;

(2) A public service company, to the extent that the company’s services and operations are regulated by the Public Service Commission; or

(3) A television or radio broadcasting station or a publisher or printer of a newspaper, magazine, or other form of printed advertising who broadcasts, publishes, or prints an advertisement which violates this title, unless the station, publisher, or printer engages in an unfair or deceptive trade practice in the sale of its own goods or services or has knowledge that the advertising is in violation of this title.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13-507 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-507
§13–507.
Status: in_force

(a) A military force or an organization, unit, or detachment of a military force of another state that is in fresh pursuit of insurrectionists, saboteurs, or enemies may:

(1) continue pursuit into this State until the military or law enforcement force of this State or the forces of the United States have had a reasonable opportunity to pursue or apprehend the insurrectionists, saboteurs, or enemies; and

(2) arrest an insurrectionist, saboteur, or enemy apprehended in this State while in fresh pursuit.

(b) A military force of another state that arrests an individual in this State shall surrender without unnecessary delay the individual to the military or law enforcement force of this State or the United States to be dealt with according to law.

(c) (1) This section does not make unlawful an arrest in this State that would otherwise be lawful.

(2) This section does not repeal any provision of the Uniform Act on Fresh Pursuit under Title 2, Subtitle 3, Part II of the Criminal Procedure Article.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-1044 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 10 / Section 13A-1044
§13A–1044.
Status: in_force

(a) A person subject to this title who wrongfully communicates a threat to injure the person, property, or reputation of another shall be punished as a court–martial may direct.

(b) A person subject to this title who wrongfully communicates a threat to injure the person or property of another by use of an explosive, a weapon of mass destruction, a biological or chemical agent, substance, or weapon, or a hazardous material shall be punished as a court–martial may direct.

(c) (1) In this subsection, “false threat” means a threat that, at the time the threat is communicated, is known to be false by the person communicating the threat.

(2) A person subject to this title who maliciously communicates a false threat concerning injury to the person or property of another by use of an explosive, a weapon of mass destruction, a biological or chemical agent, substance, or weapon, or a hazardous material, shall be punished as a court–martial may direct.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-305 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-305
§13–305.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Council shall meet at least quarterly at the times and places that it determines.

(2) A majority of the members of the Council is a quorum.

(3) An action of the Council is not effective unless approved by majority vote of all members of the Council.

(b) A member of the Council:

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

(2) is entitled to reimbursement for reasonable expenses.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-4205 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 42 / Section 13-4205
§13–4205.
Status: in_force

(a) Each local jurisdiction in the State shall develop a 2–year community health and public safety plan in collaboration with:

(1) The Center;

(2) The local health department;

(3) The local department of human services;

(4) Behavioral health coordinators for the local school system;

(5) The local health improvement council;

(6) Community–based behavioral health providers;

(7) A representative of the NAACP;

(8) A representative of public defenders; and

(9) Other key stakeholders.

(b) The plan shall include:

(1) An assessment of the capacity of the local behavioral system;

(2) Recommendations for the enhancement of the local crisis response system;

(3) Recommendations for the enhancement of the local behavioral health care system, including culturally competent care;

(4) An analysis of available federal grant funds available to the county or jurisdiction; and

(5) A racial impact analysis.

(c) A local jurisdiction is encouraged to use an existing local planning and coordinating committee or local management board to satisfy the requirements of this section.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-4503 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 45 / Section 13-4503
§13–4503.
Status: in_force

(a) The chair of the Advisory Council shall be elected by the members of the Advisory Council.

(b) A majority of the members then serving on the Advisory Council is a quorum.

(c) The Advisory Council shall meet at least four times each year, at the times and places that the Advisory Council determines.

(d) The Advisory Council may form workgroups to assist in the work of the Advisory Council.

(e) A member of the Advisory Council:

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

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

(f) The Department shall provide staff support and technical assistance for the Advisory Council.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 13-520 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-520
§13–520.
Status: in_force

The answer to a complaint shall:

(1) comply with the Maryland Rules;

(2) state the nature and extent of the person’s right in, title to, or interest in the property;

(3) state how and when the person acquired a right in, title to, or interest in the property; and

(4) contain a request for relief and a request for a prompt hearing.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-404 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-404
§13–404.
Status: in_force

Except as provided in § 13–404.1 of this subtitle, a person may not conduct a casino event in the county.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-902 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-902
§13–902.
Status: in_force

(a) This subtitle applies only in Carroll County.

(b) Subject to this subtitle, Subtitle 2 of this title applies in Carroll County.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13-407 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-407
§13–407.
Status: in_force

A commissioned officer of the National Guard shall take the following oath of office:

“I, ..............., do solemnly swear that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Maryland, against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I will obey the orders of the President of the United States and of the Governor of the State of Maryland; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion, and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office of ................... in the National Guard of the United States and of the State of Maryland upon which I am about to enter, so help me God.”
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-2620 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 26 / Section 13-2620
§13–2620.
Status: in_force

This part does not authorize gambling using a slot machine or coin machine.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 13-222 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-222
§13–222.
Status: in_force

(a) For a State procurement contract for $10,000 or more, except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, at the time a bid or proposal for any State procurement contract is submitted, the bidder or offeror shall certify to the procurement officer that:

(1) the bidder or offeror has paid all taxes, unemployment insurance contributions, reimbursement payments, and interest not barred by limitations and payable to the Comptroller, the Department of Assessments and Taxation, or the Maryland Department of Labor or has provided for payment in a manner satisfactory to the unit responsible for collection; and

(2) if the bidder or offeror is a vendor of tangible personal property, the bidder or offeror possesses a valid sales and use tax license under Title 11, Subtitle 7 of the Tax – General Article.

(b) Before a unit awards any procurement contract for $100,000 or more, the unit shall verify through the Office of the Comptroller:

(1) that all taxes, unemployment insurance contributions, reimbursement payments, and interest not barred by limitations and payable by the contractor to the Comptroller, the Department of Assessments and Taxation, and the Secretary of Labor are paid or that payment has been provided for in a manner satisfactory to the unit responsible for collection; and

(2) if the contractor is a vendor of tangible personal property, that the contractor possesses a valid sales and use tax license under Title 11, Subtitle 7 of the Tax – General Article.

(c) The Board may waive the requirements of this section if the Board determines that:

(1) the procurement is essential or in the best interests of the State; and

(2) there is no other known source for the procurement at a reasonable cost.

(d) In any solicitation, a unit shall provide notice of the requirements of this section.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-32A-02 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 32A / Section 13-32A-02
§13–32A–02.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Director of Dementia Services and Brain Health in the Department.

(b) The Director shall report to the Secretary.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 13-730 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 13 / Subtitle 7 / Section 13-730
§13–730.
Status: in_force

A member of the Executive Board of the Bureau:

(1) is not entitled to compensation as a member of the Executive Board; but

(2) is entitled to reimbursement for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 13-1105 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 13 / Subtitle 11 / Section 13-1105
§13–1105.
Status: in_force

(a) Nine voting members of the Authority are a quorum.

(b) An action of the Authority must receive the affirmative vote of at least a majority of the voting members of the Authority.

(c) The Authority shall determine the times and places of its meetings.

(d) A member of the Authority:

(1) May not receive compensation; but

(2) Is entitled to reimbursement for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations, as provided in the State budget.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-602 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-602
§13–602.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) (i) Subject to the provisions of this part, a licensed dealer may issue one temporary registration plate for a vehicle to the person who buys the vehicle from the dealer, whether or not the vehicle is to be registered in this State.

(ii) The dealer may not issue more than one temporary registration for any vehicle.

(2) A licensed dealer may issue a temporary registration plate to a vehicle buyer who is subject to a penalty for lapsed security for another vehicle under § 17–106 of this article.

(b) Before a temporary registration plate may be issued for a vehicle, the buyer of the vehicle shall complete and deliver to the dealer a temporary registration plate application, on the form that the Administration requires.

(c) On the same day that a dealer issues a temporary registration plate for a vehicle, the dealer shall:

(1) Send to the Administration a copy of the temporary registration plate application completed by the buyer of the vehicle; and

(2) Electronically transmit to the Administration, in the format that the Administration requires, the vehicle, owner, insurance, and temporary registration information contained on the temporary registration plate application.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-208.1 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-208.1
§13–208.
Status: in_force

§13–208.1.

(a) Each political party may establish one legislative party caucus committee for each House of the General Assembly.

(b) The State Board shall adopt regulations governing the establishment, structure, and operation of legislative party caucus committees.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-1039 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 10 / Section 13A-1039
§13A–1039.
Status: in_force

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

(1) is the driver of a vehicle that is involved in an accident that results in personal injury or property damage; and

(2) wrongfully leaves the scene of the accident:

(i) without providing assistance to an injured person; or

(ii) without providing personal identification to others involved in the accident or to appropriate authorities.

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

(1) is a passenger in a vehicle that is involved in an accident that results in personal injury or property damage;

(2) is the superior commissioned or noncommissioned officer of the driver of the vehicle or is the commander of the vehicle; and

(3) wrongfully and unlawfully orders, causes, or permits the driver to leave the scene of the accident:

(i) without providing assistance to an injured person; or

(ii) without providing personal identification to others involved in the accident or to appropriate authorities.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-403 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 4 / Section 13A-403
§13A–403.
Status: in_force

Subject to § 13A–402 of this subtitle, general courts–martial have jurisdiction to try persons subject to this title for any offense made punishable by this title, and may, under such limitations as the Governor may prescribe, adjudge any punishment not forbidden by this title.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-205 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-205
§13–205.
Status: in_force

The Advisory Council shall:

(1) Promote evidence–based programs for healthy lifestyles and the prevention, early detection, and treatment of chronic disease; and

(2) Make recommendations to the Department related to chronic disease prevention, health, and wellness.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 13-406 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-406
§13–406.
Status: in_force

(a) The Attorney General may seek an injunction to prohibit a person who has engaged or is engaging in a violation of this title from continuing or engaging in the violation.

(b) The Attorney General shall serve notice of the general relief sought on the alleged violator at least seven days before the action for an injunction is filed.

(c) The court may enter any order of judgment necessary to:

(1) Prevent the use by a person of any prohibited practice;

(2) Restore to a person any money or real or personal property acquired from him by means of any prohibited practice; or

(3) Appoint a receiver in case of willful violation of this title.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-1113 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 11 / Section 13-1113
§13–1113.
Status: in_force

(a) The Department shall review a Comprehensive Plan for Cancer Prevention, Education, Screening, and Treatment submitted under § 13-1109(e) of this subtitle and determine whether:

(1) The Plan addresses the goals and requirements established for the county under § 13-1108 of this subtitle; and

(2) All other requirements of §§ 13-1107 through 13-1112 of this subtitle have been met.

(b) The Department may not distribute a county’s share of money for a Local Public Health Cancer Grant, as provided under § 13-1108 of this subtitle, if the Department determines that the requirements of subsection (a) of this section have not been met.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-209 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-209
§13–209.
Status: reserved

(a) The Administration shall maintain an Assurance Fund and deposit in it the filing fees collected under this subtitle.

(b) When the Assurance Fund reaches $25,000, any money in excess of that amount shall be transferred to the Transportation Trust Fund.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 13-1007 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1007
§13–1007.
Status: in_force

(a) A person who is required to file an income tax withholding return and who willfully fails to file the return as required under Title 10 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.

(b) A person who is required to withhold income tax and who willfully fails to withhold the tax as required under Title 10 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.

(c) A person who is required to pay over income tax and who willfully fails to pay over the tax as required under Title 10 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.

(d) A person who is required to provide an income tax withholding statement under Title 10 of this article and who willfully fails to provide an income tax withholding statement or who willfully provides a false income tax withholding statement is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.

(e) A person who is required to file an income tax withholding certificate, under Title 10 of this article, and who willfully fails to provide information required on the withholding certificate or who willfully files a false certificate that results in the withholding of less than the required tax is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.

(f) An employer who fails to pay to the Comptroller salary, wages, or other compensation for personal services subject to a wage lien as required under § 13-811 of this title is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 13-216 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-216
§13–216.
Status: in_force

(a) Instead of or in addition to suspension or revocation of a license under this subtitle, the Secretary may impose a civil penalty of not more than $5,000.

(b) A penalty collected by the Secretary under this section shall be paid into the Administration Fund as provided by § 13-205 of this subtitle.

(c) The Secretary shall adopt regulations necessary to implement this section.
Md. Code, Education § 13-311 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-311
§13–311.
Status: in_force

(a) The Medical System Corporation and its corporate existence shall continue until terminated in accordance with law; provided, however, that no such law or termination shall take effect so long as the Medical System Corporation shall have bonds, notes, or other obligations outstanding, unless adequate provision has been made for the payment thereof.

(b) Upon termination of the existence of the Medical System Corporation, all its rights and properties shall pass to and be vested in the State, but subject in all cases to any mortgages, liens, or other encumbrances or any other rights or interests of creditors of the Medical System Corporation or other third parties.

(c) The articles of incorporation of the Medical System Corporation and the documents of transfer of the medical system assets must state that the Board of Regents and the Board of Public Works may determine that the Medical System Corporation has failed to realize the purposes set forth in this subtitle; in the event of such a determination, the Board of Directors shall be required to undertake appropriate legal proceedings to return all assets of the medical system then held by the Medical System Corporation to the State, but only if adequate provision has been made for the payment of any outstanding bonds, notes, or other obligations of the Medical System Corporation.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 13-205 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-205
§13–205.
Status: in_force

A public service company is subject to a fine of $100 for each day beyond 30 days after the deadline set by the Commission that the public service company fails to:

(1) file its annual report with the Commission in accordance with Title 6, Subtitle 2 of this article;

(2) make a report or furnish information that the Commission requests or requires; or

(3) fails to give a full, specific, and responsive answer to any question reasonably directed to it by the Commission.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 13-606 — MD Code / Article get / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-606
§13–606.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A plaintiff in an action brought under this subtitle is entitled to recover compensatory damages.

(2) The damages awarded under this section are in addition to and cumulative with other lawful and administrative damages available to a party.

(b) A party who brings an action under this subtitle to recover for injury or loss and is awarded compensatory damages may also seek and the court may award an amount not exceeding three times the compensatory damages and prejudgment interest.

(c) (1) In addition to monetary damages, a party who brings an action under this subtitle is also entitled to:

(i) Any other appropriate relief, including emergency, preliminary or permanent injunction, rescission, restitution, accounting, unjust enrichment, declaratory relief, and constructive trust; and

(ii) Emergency or interim injunctive relief to preserve the assets of the susceptible adult or older adult, without the requirement of a bond in the discretion of the court.

(2) The remedies provided in this subsection are in addition to and cumulative with other legal, equitable, and administrative remedies available to a party.

(d) The court may award reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses to any person who brings an action under this subtitle for injury or loss and is awarded damages or any other remedy.

(e) If it appears to the satisfaction of the court, at any time, that an action is brought in bad faith or is of a frivolous nature, the court may order the offending party to pay to the other party reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses.
Md. Code, Health - General § 13-32A-05 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 13 / Subtitle 32A / Section 13-32A-05
§13–32A–05.
Status: in_force

On or before September 1, 2023, and on or before September 1 every 5 years thereafter, the Director shall report to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the Senate Finance Committee and the House Health and Government Operations Committee on the activities and recommendations of the Director.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 13-802 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 13 / Subtitle 8 / Section 13-802
§13–802.
Status: in_force

The Maryland State ceiling shall be initially allocated for the period from the first day of each calendar year through September 30 of the same year, as follows:

(1) (i) There is allocated to the counties a total of 50 percent of the Maryland State ceiling, consisting of 35 percent of the Maryland State ceiling designated initially for the issuance of housing bonds and 15 percent of the Maryland State ceiling designated for the issuance of bonds other than housing bonds.

(ii) The allocation to each county for housing bonds shall equal 35 percent of the Maryland State ceiling multiplied by a fraction, the numerator of which is the population of the county and the denominator of which is the population of the State of Maryland.

(iii) The allocation to each county for bonds other than housing bonds shall be composed of:

1. A minimum allocation equal to 12 percent of the Maryland State ceiling multiplied by a fraction, the numerator of which is the population of the county and the denominator of which is the population of the State of Maryland; and

2. A bonus allocation equal to 3 percent of the Maryland State ceiling multiplied by a fraction, the numerator of which shall be the average issuance of bonds other than housing bonds by the county for the immediately preceding 3 calendar years, and the denominator of which shall be the average issuance of bonds other than housing bonds by all counties for the immediately preceding 3 calendar years.

(iv) Any county may redesignate any portion of its housing bond allocation for the issuance of any other bonds for which an allocation is required under the Code if such redesignation is approved by the mayor, county executive, or board of county commissioners. Any transfer by a county of any portion of its housing bond allocation under this subtitle shall be conditioned upon its use by the transferee for housing bonds.

(v) No portion of the allocation to each county for other than housing bonds may be used for the issuance of housing bonds.

(2) (i) There is allocated to the Secretary for reallocation to municipalities 2.5 percent of the Maryland State ceiling. The Secretary shall process requests for allocations to municipalities in the order in which completed requests are received by the Secretary.

(ii) A completed request from a municipality shall include:

1. Evidence that the municipality has complied with the requirements for public notice, public hearing, and public approval established by the Code;

2. A copy of a letter from bond counsel for such proposed issue to the effect that an allocation would be necessary in order to issue such bonds as tax exempt under the Code; and

3. Any other information as the Secretary may require.

(iii) Any reservation of allocation pursuant to this paragraph shall remain effective until the earlier to occur of:

1. Receipt of notice to the Secretary from the municipality withdrawing its request for an allocation;

2. The end of the 60th calendar day following the date on which the reservation was made without the bonds having been issued, except that the Secretary, for good cause shown, may extend the expiration date for any such reservation of allocation; and

3. September 30 of the calendar year in which the reservation was issued without the bonds having been issued by such date.

(iv) Upon the issuance of any bonds pursuant to a reservation of allocation which remains effective on the date of such issuance, the reservation shall automatically convert to an allocation under this section.

(3) There is allocated to the Community Development Administration 25 percent of the Maryland State ceiling for the issuance of housing bonds.

(4) (i) There is allocated to the Secretary for the Secretary’s reserve 22.5 percent of the Maryland State ceiling for use in accordance with this paragraph. The Secretary may at any time make any allocation of a portion of the Secretary’s reserve to any State issuer or local issuer in any amount and in any order that the Secretary, in the Secretary’s sole discretion, may determine will advance one or more of the goals described in subparagraph (iii) of this paragraph.

(ii) In making allocations from the Secretary’s reserve, preference shall be given to projects of State issuers that advance one or more of the goals described in subparagraph (iii) of this paragraph.

(iii) The goals to be advanced by the issuance of bonds requiring allocations under this paragraph are:

1. Increasing the supply, quality, and geographic distribution of housing for low–income persons;

2. Expanding opportunities for homeownership;

3. Creating significant job opportunities;

4. Locating job–creating facilities in enterprise zones or areas of high unemployment, urban redevelopment, or planned unit development;

5. Reducing, recycling, or treating solid or hazardous wastes;

6. Assisting in the expansion or modernization of existing Maryland industry and the attraction of new and diverse firms to Maryland;

7. Promoting the health, safety, education, or welfare of the citizens of Maryland; and

8. Providing opportunities for minority business enterprise as borrower, lessee, or contractor or subcontractor for construction, services, or supplies.

(iv) Any application to the Secretary for an allocation from the Secretary’s reserve shall describe how the project to be funded by the issuance of the bonds would advance one or more of the goals described in subparagraph (iii) of this paragraph and shall include such other information as the Secretary may require. In processing applications for allocations and in reserving allocations, the Secretary may give a preference for projects that demonstrate readiness to proceed.

(v) Upon the issuance of any bonds pursuant to a reservation of allocation under this paragraph which remains effective on the date of such issuance, such reservation shall automatically convert to an allocation pursuant to this section.

(vi) Except in the case of allocations to municipalities under paragraph (2) of this section, the Secretary may require any local issuer, other than a county, to submit a request for an allocation of the Maryland State ceiling to or through a county.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 13-2202 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 13 / Subtitle 22 / Section 13-2202
§13–2202.
Status: reserved

(a) A license expires 1 year after the license holder has closed the business or stopped active alcoholic beverages business operations at the premises for which the license is held unless:

(1) an application for approval of a transfer to another location or another person under Subtitle 17 of this title has been approved or is pending;

(2) an application for a certificate of permission or a renewal license for continuation of business under Subtitle 23 of this title has been approved or is pending; or

(3) a written request for a hardship extension under subsection (b) of this section is filed within the 1–year period.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (d) of this section:

(1) the license holder or another appropriate interested party may make a written request to the Board to extend the life of the license due to hardship;

(2) submission of a request under item (1) of this subsection shall automatically extend the life of the license for 2 years after the date of the closing or stopping of business operations; and

(3) a hardship extension may not prolong the life of an inactive license beyond the total of:

(i) 2 years after the date of closing or stopping of alcoholic beverages business operations at the premises for which the license is held; and

(ii) any time period during which the license is suspended under subsection (a)(1) or (2) of this section.

(c) (1) The period for which a license may be considered unexpired:

(i) begins at the earlier of the closing of the business or stopping of alcoholic beverages business operations; and

(ii) may be suspended only by filing an application or request under subsection (a) of this section.

(2) The expiration period resumes on the last to occur of the following events:

(i) final action of the Board denying an application described in subsection (a)(1) or (2) of this section;

(ii) final judgment of the reviewing court if judicial review of the Board’s action on an application or request authorized by subsection (a)(1) or (2) of this section has affirmed the Board’s action; or

(iii) dismissal of a petition for judicial review of the Board’s action.

(3) If an application or request described in subsection (a) or (b) of this section is withdrawn:

(i) the period for automatic expiration of the license may not be suspended on the basis of the withdrawn application or request; and

(ii) the application or request shall be considered as if it had not been filed.

(d) If a licensed premises is forced to close because of a casualty loss, the Board, without circuit court approval, may extend the license for not more than 3 years after the closing.
Md. Code, Transportation § 13-624 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 13 / Subtitle 6 / Section 13-624
§13–624.
Status: in_force

(a) The owner or operator of any special mobile equipment may apply to the Administration for the issuance of as many special, mobile equipment registration plates as the Administration authorizes.

(b) The owner or operator of any special mobile equipment may operate the special mobile equipment under any one mobile equipment registration plate issued under this section.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-1031 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 10 / Section 13A-1031
§13A–1031.
Status: in_force

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

(1) is not authorized to wear an insignia, decoration, badge, ribbon, device, or lapel button; and

(2) wrongfully wears such insignia, decoration, badge, ribbon, device, or lapel button upon the person’s uniform or civilian clothing.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 13-401 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-401
§13–401.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this title, a person may not practice, attempt to practice, or offer to practice physical therapy in this State unless licensed to practice physical therapy by the Board.

(b) Except as otherwise provided in this title, a person may not practice, attempt to practice, or offer to practice limited physical therapy in this State unless licensed to practice limited physical therapy by the Board.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13-212 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-212
§13–212.
Status: in_force

A member of the organized militia, including the member’s conveyance and military property, shall be allowed free passage through any toll gate and over any toll road, bridge, or ferry if the member:

(1) is traveling to or returning from a parade, encampment, drill, or other duty that the member may be required by law to attend; and

(2) presents an order for duty or identification card.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 13-201 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-201
§13–201.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Change order” means a written order that:

(1) is signed by the procurement officer; and

(2) directs the contractor to make changes that the procurement contract authorizes the procurement officer to order without the consent of the contractor.

(c) “Contract modification” means a written alteration that:

(1) affects specifications, delivery point, date of delivery, period of performance, price, quantity, or other provisions of a procurement contract; and

(2) is accomplished by mutual action of the parties to the procurement contract.

(d) “Cost-reimbursement contract” means a procurement contract under which the State reimburses a contractor for fees and other costs that are:

(1) recognized as allowable and allocable under the regulations of the Board on price and cost principles; and

(2) within a stated ceiling.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 13-302 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-302
§13–302.
Status: in_force

Any practice prohibited by this title is a violation of this title, whether or not any consumer in fact has been misled, deceived, or damaged as a result of that practice.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-703 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 7 / Section 13A-703
§13A–703.
Status: in_force

(a) The trial counsel of a general or special court–martial shall:

(1) be a member in good standing of the State bar;

(2) prosecute in the name of the State; and

(3) under the direction of the court, prepare the record of the proceedings.

(b) (1) The accused has the right to be represented in defense before a general or special court–martial or at an investigation under § 13A–603 of this title as provided in this subsection.

(2) The accused may be represented by civilian counsel at the provision and expense of the accused.

(3) The accused may be represented by military counsel:

(i) detailed under § 13A–506 of this title; or

(ii) of the accused’s own selection if that counsel is reasonably available as determined under paragraph (7) of this subsection.

(4) If the accused is represented by civilian counsel, military counsel detailed or selected under paragraph (3) of this subsection shall act as associate counsel unless excused at the request of the accused.

(5) Except as provided under paragraph (6) of this subsection, if the accused is represented by military counsel of the accused’s own selection under paragraph (3)(ii) of this subsection, any military counsel detailed under paragraph (3)(i) of this subsection shall be excused.

(6) (i) Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the accused is not entitled to be represented by more than one military counsel.

(ii) The person authorized under regulations adopted under § 13A–506 of this title to detail counsel, in that person’s sole discretion:

1. may detail additional military counsel as assistant defense counsel; and

2. if the accused is represented by military counsel of the accused’s own selection under paragraph (3)(ii) of this subsection, may approve a request from the accused that military counsel detailed under paragraph (3)(i) of this subsection act as associate defense counsel.

(7) The senior force judge advocate of the same force of which the accused is a member shall determine whether the military counsel selected by an accused is reasonably available.

(c) In any court–martial proceeding resulting in a conviction, the defense counsel:

(1) may forward for attachment to the record of proceedings a brief of such matters as counsel determines should be considered on behalf of the accused on review, including any objection to the contents of the record that counsel considers appropriate;

(2) may assist the accused in the submission of any matter under § 13A–902 of this title; and

(3) may take other action authorized by this title.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 13-101.1 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 13 / Subtitle 1 / Section 13-101.1
§13–101.
Status: in_force

§13–101.1.

The provisions of this title apply to the subject matter of a consumer contract as defined in § 22-102 of this article in the same manner they apply to consumer goods and consumer services.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 13-515 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-515
§13–515.
Status: in_force

Except as provided in § 13–516 of this subtitle, the appropriate forfeiting authority shall file proceedings under this subtitle in the circuit court.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 13-1704 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 13 / Subtitle 17 / Section 13-1704
§13–1704.
Status: in_force

(a) The county commissioners may issue a raffle permit to an organization that qualifies for a permit under this subtitle or under regulations that the county commissioners adopt.

(b) The holder of a raffle permit must award the last prize in the raffle within 1 year after the date that the permit for the raffle is issued.

(c) The county commissioners may regulate the number of raffle permits that an organization may be issued in 1 year.
Md. Code, Election Law § 13-247 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-247
§13–247.
Status: in_force

After all campaign expenditures have been made and before filing a final campaign finance report under Subtitle 3 of this title, any remaining balance in the account of a campaign finance entity shall be returned pro rata to the contributors or paid to:

(1) if the campaign finance entity is a political committee formed to support a candidate or act for a political party:

(i) the State central committee of the political party:

1. of which the candidate is a member; or

2. for which the political committee is acting;

(ii) the local central committee of the political party:

1. of which the candidate is a member in a county in which the candidate resides or which the candidate seeks to represent; or

2. for which the political committee is acting;

(iii) the legislative party caucus committee of the political party:

1. of which the candidate is a member; or

2. for which the political committee is acting; or

(iv) the board of education of a county in which the candidate resides or which the candidate seeks to represent;

(2) a nonprofit organization that provides services or funds for the benefit of pupils or teachers;

(3) a charitable organization registered or exempt from registration under the Maryland Charitable Solicitations Act;

(4) the Fair Campaign Financing Fund established under § 15–103 of this article; or

(5) a public or private institution of higher education in the State if:

(i) that institution possesses a certificate of approval from the Maryland Higher Education Commission; and

(ii) the payment is designated for use by the institution solely to award scholarships, grants, or loans to students attending the institution.
Md. Code, Education § 13-207 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-207
§13–207.
Status: in_force

(a) The defense of sovereign immunity may not be available to the University, unless otherwise specifically provided by the laws of Maryland, in any administrative, arbitration, or judicial proceeding held pursuant to this section, or the personnel policies, rules, and regulations for regular full–time and part–time employees of the University System of Maryland involving any type of employee grievance or hearing, including, but not limited to charges for removal, disciplinary suspensions, involuntary demotions, or reclassifications.

(b) The Governor shall provide in the annual State budget adequate funds for the satisfaction of any final monetary or benefit award or judgment that has been rendered in favor of the employee against the University in any administrative, arbitration, or judicial proceeding.

(c) Awards under this section that have not been satisfied pursuant to subsection (d) of this section, shall be reported to the Comptroller of the Treasury, who shall maintain and report annually to the Governor an accounting of existing awards. Upon appropriation of funds by the legislature, the Comptroller of the Treasury shall satisfy existing awards in order of date of award.

(d) If the University has sufficient funds available to satisfy any award under this section at the time the award is rendered, the award shall be satisfied as soon as practicable but not more than 20 days after the award becomes final.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 13-202 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-202
§13–202.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise authorized under § 13-201(b) of this subtitle, a unit may not execute or renew a contract for the employment of a contractual employee unless the Secretary issues to the unit a certification that:

(1) the employment of the contractual employee is for services that cannot be performed by assignment or hiring of any nontemporary employee;

(2) the rate of pay for the contractual employee is comparable to the rate paid to employees in positions that involve comparable duties, responsibilities, experience, and authority; and

(3) the services to be performed under the contract encompass functions that:

(i) are infrequent;

(ii) are needed for a limited time;

(iii) are unusual; or

(iv) need to be implemented quickly and for which there is no reasonable alternative.

(b) The Secretary may issue a certification for any effective period that does not exceed the period of the contract between the unit and the contractual employee.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 13-405 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 13 / Subtitle 4 / Section 13-405
§13–405.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, forfeiture of property under this subtitle shall be conducted in accordance with the procedures set forth in §§ 12–301 through 12–308 of this article.

(b) The allegation required under § 12–305(a)(7) of this article refers to the Mortgage Fraud law rather than the Controlled Dangerous Substances law.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13-508 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13 / Subtitle 5 / Section 13-508
§13–508.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) This title does not authorize the Maryland Defense Force to be ordered or drafted into the military service of the United States, except by order of the President of the United States acting pursuant to the Constitution and laws of the United States.

(2) This provision may not be construed to prohibit service of the Maryland Defense Force or personnel thereof in missions in which federal military personnel are also serving or in command.

(b) An individual is not exempt from military service under the laws of the United States because the individual is enlisted, commissioned, or appointed in the Maryland Defense Force.
Md. Code, Local Government § 13-911 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 13 / Subtitle 9 / Section 13-911
§13–911.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies to all counties, except Baltimore City.

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

(c) In accordance with the Maryland Master Electricians Act, the governing body of a county, by ordinance, may:

(1) provide for the general licensing of electricians;

(2) license and establish classifications of electricians;

(3) establish powers and duties of electrical inspectors, including the authority to issue permits and registrations;

(4) provide for penalties for a violation of an ordinance adopted under this section;

(5) establish a Board of Electrical Examiners; and

(6) establish powers and duties of the Board of Electrical Examiners.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 13A-1022 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 13A / Subtitle 10 / Section 13A-1022
§13A–1022.
Status: in_force

(a) A sentinel or lookout who is drunk on post, who sleeps on post, or who leaves post before being regularly relieved, shall be punished by such punishment as a court–martial may direct.

(b) A sentinel or lookout who loiters or wrongfully sits down on post shall be punished as a court–martial may direct.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 13-302 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 13 / Subtitle 3 / Section 13-302
§13–302.
Status: in_force

If a contractual position is replaced by a budgeted position, a contractual employee in the contractual position may transfer to the budgeted position, if:

(1) the employee meets the minimum qualifications for the budgeted position and has at least 6 continuous months of satisfactory service as of the date on which the replacement occurs;

(2) there is a continuing need for the function to be performed;

(3) the agency can document a competitive hiring process; and

(4) the budgeted position replacing the contractual position was not available at the time the contractual employee was hired.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 13-203 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 13 / Subtitle 2 / Section 13-203
§13–203.
Status: in_force

(a) A gas company or gas master meter operator that violates any of the Commission’s standards of safe service or other regulation related to safety adopted under § 5-101 of this article is subject to a civil penalty determined by the Commission that does not exceed the maximum penalties provided in Title 49, Chapter 601 of the U.S. Code (Federal Natural Gas Pipeline Safety Act):

(1) for each violation for each day or part of a day that the violation continues; and

(2) for a related series of violations.

(b) Within 30 days after the date of notification of the determination, the gas company or gas master meter operator involved may request reconsideration to obtain a compromise.

(c) In determining the amount of a civil penalty or compromise, the Commission shall consider the:

(1) appropriateness of the penalty to the size of the gas company or gas master meter operator;

(2) gravity of the current violation; and

(3) good faith of the gas company or gas master meter operator in attempting to achieve compliance after notification of the violation.

(d) The amount of the penalty, when finally determined or agreed on in compromise, may be:

(1) deducted from any amount that the State owes to the gas company or gas master meter operator; or

(2) recovered in a civil action in State court.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 13-1011 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 13 / Subtitle 10 / Section 13-1011
§13–1011.
Status: in_force

Subject to § 13-1012 of this subtitle, within 18 months after the date on which the Authority conducts its first meeting, the Authority shall develop and submit to the Maryland Historical Trust a management plan that:

(1) Specifies the goals and objectives for the preservation, development, and management of the Heritage Area;

(2) Provides an inventory of the significant resources in the Heritage Area, including its cultural, historic, and natural resources;

(3) Identifies the types of public and private uses to be accommodated in the Heritage Area;

(4) Describes the educational, interpretative, and recreational programs and projects concerning the Heritage Area;

(5) Describes plans for encouraging and accommodating visitation to and economic development of the Heritage Area;

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

(7) Describes the specific techniques or means for the long term preservation and protection of the significant resources in the Heritage Area, including its cultural, historic, and natural resources;

(8) Describes the public and private organizational structure to be utilized for planning, development, and management of the Heritage Area; and

(9) Provides a schedule for the planning, development, and management of the Heritage Area.