Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-802 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 8 / Section 14-802
§14–802.
Status: in_force

Any person, his agent, employee, or sales representative who offers for sale to the public any used radio or television set shall:

(1) State clearly in any advertisement of the set that it is “used”, “rebuilt”, “reconditioned”, “repossessed”, or “rebranded and used”, as the case may be; and

(2) Affix to the set a tag or sticker which states that it is “used”, “rebuilt”, “reconditioned”, “repossessed”, or “rebranded and used”, as the case may be.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 14-507 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 14 / Subtitle 5 / Section 14-507
§14–507.
Status: in_force

An individual who is authorized to practice engineering may not practice or offer to practice engineering in those areas of engineering in which the individual is not competent to practice.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-4806 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 48 / Section 14-4806
§14–4806.
Status: in_force

(a) A covered entity that provides an online product that is accessed or reasonably likely to be accessed by children may not:

(1) Process the personal data of a child in a way that is inconsistent with the best interests of children reasonably likely to access the online product;

(2) Profile a child by default, unless:

(i) The covered entity can demonstrate that the covered entity has appropriate safeguards in place to ensure that profiling is consistent with the best interests of children who access or are reasonably likely to access the online product; and

(ii) 1. Profiling is necessary to provide the requested online product, and is done only with respect to the aspects of the online product that the child is actively and knowingly engaged with; or

2. The covered entity can demonstrate a compelling reason that profiling is in the best interests of children;

(3) Process personal data of a child that is not reasonably necessary to provide an online product that the child is actively and knowingly engaged with;

(4) Process the personal data of a child end user for any reason other than a reason for which that personal data was collected;

(5) Process any precise geolocation data of a child by default, unless:

(i) The collection of the precise geolocation data is strictly necessary for the covered entity to provide the online product; and

(ii) The precise geolocation data is processed only for the limited time that is necessary to provide the online product;

(6) Process any precise geolocation data of a child without providing an obvious signal to the child for the duration that the precise geolocation data is being collected;

(7) Use dark patterns to:

(i) Cause a child to provide personal data beyond what is reasonably expected to provide the online product;

(ii) Circumvent privacy protections; or

(iii) Take any action that the covered entity knows, or has reason to know, is not in the best interests of children who access or are reasonably likely to access the online product;

(8) Process any personal data for the purpose of estimating the age of a child that is actively and knowingly engaged with an online product that is not reasonably necessary to provide the online product; or

(9) Allow a person other than a child’s parent or guardian to monitor the child’s online activity without first notifying the child and the child’s parent or guardian.

(b) A covered entity that provides an online product that is accessed or reasonably likely to be accessed by children may allow a child’s parent or guardian to monitor the child’s online activity or track the child’s location, without providing an obvious signal to the child when the child is being monitored or tracked.

(c) In making a determination as to whether an online product is reasonably likely to be accessed by children, a covered entity may not collect or process any personal data beyond what is reasonably necessary to make the determination.
Md. Code, Education § 14-205 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-205
§14–205.
Status: in_force

(a) A vice president or program director may remove a classified employee who has completed probation only for cause.

(b) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Board of Regents shall prescribe what may constitute cause for removal after probation of classified employees.

(2) (i) The causes for removal shall conform to the causes for removal of skilled service or professional service employees, with the exception of special appointments, that the Secretary of Budget and Management adopts by regulation.

(ii) A classified employee may not be removed for any cause prohibited by § 2-302 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article.

(c) A vice president or program director may remove a classified employee for cause only if:

(1) Written charges for removal are submitted to the President:

(i) By the vice president or program director; or

(ii) Subject to the approval of the President, by any resident of the State;

(2) The employee is given a copy of the charges; and

(3) The employee is given an opportunity to be heard on appeal.

(d) (1) A classified employee may appeal the charges for removal to the President within the time and in the manner specified in policies adopted by the Board of Regents.

(2) If the classified employee fails to appeal within the time and in the manner required, the removal is final.

(e) (1) If a classified employee appeals the charges for removal, the President shall hold a hearing to determine whether there is cause for removal.

(2) The hearing shall be held within 90 days after the charges for removal are submitted to the President.

(f) (1) The President shall make findings and issue a proposed written decision for approval by the Secretary of Budget and Management on a charge for removal within 45 days after the later of:

(i) The conclusion of the hearing; or

(ii) The day when all briefs or memoranda have been submitted.

(2) The Secretary of Budget and Management shall provide a copy of the findings and decision to each party.

(3) The decision of the Secretary of Budget and Management is final.

(g) The University immediately shall enforce a final decision issued under this section.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-1202 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 12 / Section 14-1202
§14–1202.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section and § 14–1205 of this subtitle, a consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report under the following circumstances and no other:

(1) In response to the order of a court having jurisdiction to issue the order;

(2) In accordance with the written instructions of the consumer to whom it relates; or

(3) To a person which the agency has reason to believe:

(i) Intends to use the information in connection with a credit transaction involving the consumer on whom the information is to be furnished and involving the extension of credit to, or review or collection of an account of, the consumer;

(ii) Intends to use the information for employment purposes;

(iii) Intends to use the information in connection with the underwriting of insurance involving the consumer;

(iv) Intends to use the information in connection with a determination of the consumer’s eligibility for a license or other benefit granted by a governmental instrumentality required by law to consider an applicant’s financial responsibility or status; or

(v) Otherwise has a legitimate business need for the information in connection with a business transaction involving the consumer.

(b) If the consumer reporting agency receives written notice from the consumer restricting the sale or other transfer of information in the consumer’s file, the consumer reporting agency may not sell, offer to sell, or furnish information in the consumer’s file to:

(1) A mail–service organization;

(2) A marketing firm; or

(3) Any other similar organization that obtains information about a consumer for marketing purposes.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 14-416 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 14 / Subtitle 4 / Section 14-416
§14–416.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “American manufactured goods” means goods that:

(i) are manufactured in the United States; or

(ii) are assembled in the United States.

(3) (i) “Emergency life safety and property safety goods” means any goods when provided for installation in, as part of, or as an addition to a system designed to:

1. prevent, respond to, alert regarding, suppress, control, or extinguish an emergency or the cause of an emergency that threatens life or property; or

2. assist in evacuation in the event of an emergency that threatens life or property.

(ii) “Emergency life safety and property safety goods” includes:

1. systems or items for or relating to:

A. fire alarms;

B. fire sprinklers;

C. fire suppression;

D. fire extinguishing;

E. security;

F. gas detection;

G. intrusion detection;

H. access control;

I. video surveillance and recording;

J. mass notification;

K. public address;

L. emergency lighting;

M. patient wandering;

N. infant tagging; and

O. nurse call; and

2. information technologies and telecommunications products and technologies that are used for the purposes listed in subparagraph (i) of this paragraph.

(4) “Public body” means:

(i) a unit;

(ii) a county;

(iii) a municipality in the State;

(iv) a school district in the State; or

(v) a special district in the State.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, a public body shall require a contractor or subcontractor to use or supply American manufactured goods in the performance of a contract for:

(1) constructing or maintaining a public work; or

(2) buying or manufacturing machinery or equipment that is to be installed at a public work site.

(c) This section does not apply:

(1) if the head of a public body determines that:

(i) the price of the American manufactured goods exceeds the price of a similar manufactured good that is not manufactured in the United States by an unreasonable amount;

(ii) the item or a similar item is not manufactured or available for purchase in the United States in reasonably available quantities;

(iii) the quality of the item or a similar item manufactured in the United States is substantially less than the quality of a comparably priced, similar, and available item that is not manufactured in the United States; or

(iv) the procurement of a manufactured good would be inconsistent with the public interest; or

(2) to emergency life safety and property safety goods.

(d) The Board of Public Works shall adopt regulations to define the following terms for the purposes of this section:

(1) “reasonably available”;

(2) “unreasonable amount”; and

(3) “substantially less”.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-5A-20 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 5A / Section 14-5A-20
§14–5A–20.
Status: in_force

Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, a person may not practice, attempt to practice, or offer to practice respiratory care in this State unless licensed to practice respiratory care by the Board.
Md. Code, Environment § 14-110 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-110
§14–110.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A permit shall be expressly conditioned upon compliance with all requirements of this subtitle and any regulations adopted under this subtitle.

(2) The Department may place in a permit conditions which the Department deems reasonable and appropriate to assure that the operation shall fully comply with the requirements of this subtitle, and provide for public safety and the protection of the State’s natural resources.

(b) Violation of a permit condition is a violation of this subtitle subject to enforcement and penalties under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 14-803 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 14 / Subtitle 8 / Section 14-803
§14–803.
Status: in_force

A Class C beer and light wine license may not be issued in the county.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-1203 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 12 / Section 14-1203
§14–1203.
Status: reserved

(a) Except as authorized under subsection (b) of this section, no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information:

(1) Bankruptcies which, from date of adjudication of the most recent bankruptcy, antedate the report by more than 10 years;

(2) Suits and judgments which, from date of entry, antedate the report by more than seven years or until the governing statute of limitations has expired, whichever is the longer period;

(3) Paid tax liens which, from date of payment, antedate the report by more than seven years;

(4) Accounts placed for collection or charged to profit and loss which antedate the report by more than seven years;

(5) Records of arrest, indictment, or conviction of crime which, from date of disposition, release, or parole, antedate the report by more than seven years; or

(6) Any other adverse item of information which antedates the report by more than seven years.

(b) The provisions of subsection (a) of this section are not applicable in the case of any consumer credit report to be used in connection with:

(1) A credit transaction involving, or which may reasonably be expected to involve, a principal amount of $150,000 or more;

(2) The underwriting of life insurance involving, or which may reasonably be expected to involve, a face amount of $150,000 or more; or

(3) The employment of any individual at an annual salary which equals, or which may reasonably be expected to equal, $75,000 or more.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-5D-05 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 5D / Section 14-5D-05
§14–5D–05.
Status: in_force

(a) The Committee consists of seven members appointed by the Board as follows:

(1) Three licensed athletic trainers;

(2) Three licensed physicians:

(i) At least one of whom is a specialist in orthopedic or sports medicine; and

(ii) Two of whom previously or currently have partnered with or directed an athletic trainer; and

(3) One consumer member.

(b) The Board shall appoint at least one of the athletic trainer members from a list of names submitted by the Maryland Athletic Trainers Association, Inc.

(c) Each member of the Committee licensed by the Board must be in good standing with the Board.

(d) The consumer member of the Committee:

(1) Must be a member of the general public;

(2) May not be or ever have been:

(i) An athletic trainer;

(ii) Any other health care professional; or

(iii) In training to be an athletic trainer or other health professional; and

(3) May not:

(i) Participate or ever have participated in a commercial or professional field related to athletic training;

(ii) Have a household member who participates in a commercial or professional field related to athletic training;

(iii) Have had within 2 years before appointment a financial interest in the provision of goods or services to athletic trainers or to the field of athletic training; or

(iv) Have had within 2 years before appointment a financial interest in a person regulated by the Board.

(e) Each member of the Committee must be a resident of the State.

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

(2) The terms of members are staggered as required by regulation.

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

(4) A member who is appointed after a term has begun serves only for the rest of the term and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.

(5) A member may not serve more than two consecutive full terms.

(g) (1) From among its members, the Committee shall elect a chair every 2 years.

(2) The chair shall serve in an advisory capacity to the Board as a representative of the Committee.

(h) A quorum of the Committee consists of four members.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-602 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 6 / Section 14-602
§14–602.
Status: in_force

(a) Unless authorized to practice medicine under this title, a person may not represent to the public, by description of services, methods, or procedures, or otherwise, that the person is authorized to practice medicine in this State.

(b) Except as otherwise provided in this article, a person may not use the words or terms “Dr.”, “doctor”, “physician”, “D.O.”, or “M.D.” with the intent to represent that the person practices medicine, unless the person is:

(1) Licensed to practice medicine under this title;

(2) A physician licensed by and residing in another jurisdiction, while engaging in consultation with a physician licensed in this State;

(3) A physician employed in the service of the federal government while practicing within the scope of the employment;

(4) A physician who resides in and is licensed to practice medicine by any state adjoining this State and whose practice extends into this State;

(5) An individual in a postgraduate medical program that is accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Board in regulations while the individual is practicing medicine in the program; or

(6) A licensee who is on emeritus status under § 14–320.1 of this title, provided that the licensee does not represent to the public that the licensee is authorized to practice medicine in the State.

(c) An unlicensed individual who acts under § 14–302 or § 14–306 of this title may use the word “physician” together with another word to describe the occupation of the individual as in phrases such as “physician’s assistant” or “physician’s aide”.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-5E-14 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 5E / Section 14-5E-14
§14–5E–14.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A licensee shall notify the Board in writing of a change in name or address within 30 days after the change.

(2) A licensed perfusionist who fails to comply with the requirements of paragraph (1) of this subsection is subject to an administrative penalty of $100.

(b) Each licensed perfusionist shall:

(1) Keep a copy of the license in the licensee’s employment file; and

(2) Make the license available for inspection on request.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-1223 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 12 / Section 14-1223
§14–1223.
Status: in_force

Any person who knowingly and willfully obtains information on a consumer from a consumer reporting agency under false pretenses shall be fined not more than $5,000 or imprisoned not more than one year or both.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-1311 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 13 / Section 14-1311
§14–1311.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Consumer goods” means any new goods used for personal, family, or household purposes where:

(i) The purchaser of the goods has entered into an agreement to purchase an extended warranty on the goods purchased; and

(ii) The actual cash sales price of the goods paid by the purchaser is in excess of $50.

(3) “Consumer goods” includes household appliances.

(4) “Extended warranty” means a written warranty that:

(i) Covers consumer goods offered for sale by a guarantor or manufacturer;

(ii) Includes terms or conditions beyond those offered in any express warranty originally included as part of the contract of sale for the consumer goods; and

(iii) Is purchased at the time of the sale of the consumer goods.

(5) “Guarantor” means a person who:

(i) Is engaged in the business of making consumer products available to consumers; and

(ii) Makes a warranty.

(6) “Manufacturer” includes a manufacturer, its agent, or its authorized dealer.

(b) Any extended warranty sold by a guarantor or manufacturer to a purchaser of consumer goods may not supersede any original express warranty and shall be offered in addition to the original express warranty.

(c) This section applies only to an agreement to purchase an extended warranty which is executed on or after July 1, 1984.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 14-412 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 14 / Subtitle 4 / Section 14-412
§14–412.
Status: in_force

A corporation, partnership, or limited liability company whose permit has been suspended or revoked under § 14–409 of this subtitle may not offer or provide engineering services until the suspension is lifted or the permit is reinstated.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 14-101 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-101
§14–101.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Business opportunity” means an arrangement between a buyer and seller in which:

(1) the seller or a person recommended or referred by the seller provides to the buyer products, equipment, supplies, or services that enable the buyer to start a business;

(2) the buyer is required to pay the seller or a person recommended or referred by the seller $300 or more during the period beginning any time before commencing operations and ending 6 months after commencing operations of the business; and

(3) the seller represents, directly or indirectly, orally or in writing, that:

(i) the seller or a person recommended or referred by the seller will help the buyer in finding locations for the use or operation of vending machines, racks, display cases, or other similar devices on premises that are not owned or leased by the buyer or seller;

(ii) the seller or a person recommended or referred by the seller will help the buyer in finding outlets or accounts for the buyer’s products or services;

(iii) the seller or a person specified by the seller will buy products made, produced, fabricated, grown, bred, or modified by the buyer;

(iv) the seller guarantees that the buyer will receive from the business income an amount that exceeds the price paid to the seller;

(v) if the buyer is not satisfied with the business, the seller will refund all or part of the price paid to the seller, or repurchase any of the products, equipment, or supplies provided by the seller or a person recommended or referred by the seller; or

(vi) the seller will provide a marketing plan.

(c) “Buyer” means a person who buys or leases products, equipment, supplies, or services in connection with a business opportunity.

(d) “Commissioner” means the Securities Commissioner in the Office of the Attorney General.

(e) “Marketing plan” means advice or training that a seller or a person recommended or referred by the seller provides to the buyer, relating to the sale of any products, equipment, supplies, or services, and the advice or training includes preparing or providing:

(1) promotional literature, brochures, pamphlets, or advertising materials;

(2) training regarding the promotion, operation, or management of the business opportunity; or

(3) operational, managerial, or financial guidelines or assistance.

(f) “Seller” means a person who sells or leases products, equipment, supplies, or services in connection with a business opportunity.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 14-110 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-110
§14–110.
Status: in_force

(a) The State Prosecutor has all the powers and duties of a State’s Attorney, including the use of a grand jury in any county, when the State Prosecutor:

(1) investigates a case under § 14–107 of this title; or

(2) prosecutes a case under § 14–109 of this title.

(b) (1) For the limited purpose of furthering an ongoing criminal investigation under § 14–107 of this title, the State Prosecutor may issue a subpoena to a person to produce telephone, business, governmental, or corporate records or documents.

(2) The subpoena may be served in the same manner as one issued by a circuit court.

(c) (1) A person may have an attorney present during any contact with the State Prosecutor made under subsection (b) of this section.

(2) The State Prosecutor shall advise a person of the right to counsel when the subpoena is served.

(d) (1) (i) The State Prosecutor immediately may report the failure of a person to obey a lawfully served subpoena under subsection (b) of this section to the circuit court of the county having jurisdiction.

(ii) The State Prosecutor shall provide a copy of the subpoena and proof of service to the circuit court.

(2) After conducting a hearing at which the person who allegedly failed to comply with a subpoena issued under subsection (b) of this section has an opportunity to be heard and represented by counsel, the court may grant appropriate relief.

(e) This section does not allow the contravention, denial, or abrogation of a privilege or right recognized by law.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 14-1101 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 14 / Subtitle 11 / Section 14-1101
§14–1101.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Council” means the Maryland Food System Resiliency Council.

(c) “Food council organization” means a local food council organization that is established in the State.

(d) “Healthy food priority areas” means predominantly lower–income areas that have limited access to retail outlets that sell affordable, healthy foods.

(e) “Secretary” means the Secretary of Emergency Management.

(f) “Wasted food” means food not used for its intended purpose that is managed in a variety of ways, including:

(1) donations to feed people;

(2) the creation of animal feed;

(3) composting;

(4) anaerobic digestion; or

(5) disposal in landfills or combustion facilities.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 14-1503 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 14 / Subtitle 15 / Section 14-1503
§14–1503.
Status: in_force

Multiple licenses may be issued for the same premises or to an individual for the use of that individual, a partnership, a corporation, an unincorporated association, or a limited liability company if:

(1) the licenses are Class D beer or Class D beer and light wine licenses; and

(2) each premises is a bowling establishment that has at least 30 lanes with automatic pinsetters.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-205.1 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-205.1
§14–205.
Status: in_force

§14–205.1.

On or before October 1 each year, the Board shall submit to the Governor, the Secretary, and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly an annual report that includes the following data calculated on a fiscal year basis:

(1) Relevant disciplinary indicators, including:

(i) The number of new complaints investigated for physicians, allied health practitioners, and unlicensed individuals;

(ii) The number of complaints that remain open as of June 30 of the immediately preceding fiscal year at the Board and at the Office of the Attorney General;

(iii) The three most common grounds for complaints;

(iv) The three most common sources of the complaints received;

(v) The number and types of disciplinary actions taken by the Board;

(vi) The total number of cases referred to peer review; and

(vii) Of the cases referred to peer review:

1. The number of peer review cases that resulted in total disagreement;

2. The number of peer review cases that resulted in charges being issued; and

3. The number of peer review cases that resulted in closure or closure with an advisory letter;

(2) The number of cases not completed within 18 months by the Board and the reasons for the failure to complete the cases in 18 months; and

(3) For both physicians and allied health professionals:

(i) The total number of all licensees;

(ii) The number of initial, renewal, and reinstatement licenses issued;

(iii) The number of positive and negative criminal history records checks results received;

(iv) The number of individuals denied initial or renewal licensure due to positive criminal history records checks results; and

(v) The number of individuals denied initial, renewal, or reinstatement licensure due to reasons other than a positive criminal history records check.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-3601 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 36 / Section 14-3601
§14–3601.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Advertisement” has the meaning stated in § 13–101 of this article.

(c) “Disclosure statement” means the form provided by the Attorney General for the purpose of disclosing to consumers practices relating to the preparation, handling, and sale of any unpackaged food represented to be halal.

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

(e) (1) “Food” or “food product” means any food, food product, or food preparation, whether:

(i) Raw, solid, or liquid; or

(ii) Prepared for human consumption.

(2) “Food” or “food product” includes:

(i) Any meat, meat product, or meat preparation; and

(ii) Any poultry or poultry product.

(f) “Halal” means prepared or processed in accordance with Islamic religious requirements.

(g) “Meat” includes any meat product or meat preparation.

(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) (1) “Represents to the public” means any direct or indirect statement, oral or written, and any letter, word, sign, emblem, insignia, or mark which could reasonably lead a consumer to believe that a representation is being made that the final food product sold to the consumer is halal.

(2) “Represents to the public” includes an advertisement.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-5F-16 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 5F / Section 14-5F-16
§14–5F–16.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Board may place a licensee on inactive status if the licensee submits to the Board:

(i) An application for inactive status on the form required by the Board; and

(ii) The inactive status fee set by the Board.

(2) The Board shall issue a license to a naturopathic doctor who is on inactive status if the individual is otherwise entitled to be licensed under this subtitle and submits to the Board:

(i) Satisfactory evidence of compliance with the requirements of § 14–308.1 of this title;

(ii) Satisfactory evidence of compliance with the continuing education requirements the Board adopts for this purpose; and

(iii) A reinstatement fee set by the Board.

(b) The Board shall reinstate the license of a naturopathic doctor who has failed to renew the license for any reason if the naturopathic doctor:

(1) Meets the renewal requirements of § 14–5F–15 of this subtitle;

(2) Pays to the Board a reinstatement fee set by the Board; and

(3) Submits to the Board satisfactory evidence of compliance with the qualifications and requirements adopted by the Board under this subtitle for license reinstatements.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-5F-21 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 5F / Section 14-5F-21
§14–5F–21.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board shall give notice and hold a hearing in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act.

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

(c) Over the signature of an officer or the administrator of the Board, the Board or a disciplinary panel may issue subpoenas and administer oaths in connection with any investigation under this subtitle and any hearings or proceedings before the Board or a disciplinary panel.

(d) If, without lawful excuse, a person disobeys a subpoena from the Board or a disciplinary panel or an order by the Board or a disciplinary panel to take an oath or to testify or answer a question, then, on petition of the Board, a court of competent jurisdiction may punish the person as for contempt of court.

(e) If, after due notice, the individual against whom the action is contemplated fails or refuses to appear, the Board or a disciplinary panel may hear and determine the matter.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 14-202 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-202
§14–202.
Status: in_force

If this State has sufficient money available at the time, an award made against this State or an officer or unit of this State shall be paid as soon as practicable within 20 days after the award is final.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 14-201 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-201
§14–201.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this section, an officer, former officer, employee, or former employee of the State, a county, a municipal corporation, or a taxing district may not open for public inspection valuation records, including:

(1) assessor notes and medical–related adjustments on residential worksheets or cards;

(2) commercial assessment worksheets or cards; and

(3) correspondence containing information concerning private appraisals, building costs, rental data, or business volume.

(b) (1) The Department shall permit a valuation record to be inspected by:

(i) the person whose property is the subject of the valuation record; or

(ii) an officer of the State or a county or municipal corporation affected by the valuation record.

(2) Valuation records, including rental data or business volume, may be submitted to the Maryland Tax Court as evidence in an appeal under Subtitle 5 of this title.

(3) Residential assessment worksheets that list the property description with assigned cost rates and depreciation factors shall be available for inspection as they appear on the Department’s website.

(4) The Department shall maintain a database, available to the public on the Department’s website and searchable by individual property, that relates to the valuation of single–family residential real property in the State and includes for each property:

(i) the square footage of the enclosed improvements above ground;

(ii) the square footage of the completed improvements below ground;

(iii) the number of bathrooms;

(iv) the number of garages; and

(v) the date of the initial assessment of the most recently completed improvements assessed after July 1, 2000, under § 8–104(c)(1)(iii) of this article.

(c) The Department shall provide a copy of assessment worksheets and cards that relate to a real property valuation:

(1) to the person whose property is the subject of the valuation if:

(i) the value or classification of the property is to be changed for property tax purposes; and

(ii) the person requests the worksheets and cards; or

(2) except for income and expense statements, to any person who pays property tax, if the person:

(i) seeks the worksheets and cards for other comparable property;

(ii) has a timely filed and pending appeal under Subtitle 5 of this title regarding the assessment of the person’s property;

(iii) identifies the comparable property by address; and

(iv) pays the reasonable fee that the Department requires for the copy.

(d) (1) The Department may adopt regulations establishing reasonable conditions for release of information contained in valuation records that directly relate to descriptions of physical characteristics of and improvements to the land.

(2) (i) Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, a fee may be imposed for providing the information under this subsection.

(ii) A fee may not be imposed for providing to the property owner on the Department’s website information concerning the calculation of the assessment and description of the property that is the subject of the assessment as required under subsection (c)(1) of this section.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-5D-16 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 5D / Section 14-5D-16
§14–5D–16.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, on the application of an individual whose license has been revoked, a disciplinary panel may reinstate a revoked license.

(b) A disciplinary panel may not reinstate a revoked license that has been revoked for a period of more than 1 year unless the licensee:

(1) Meets the requirements for reinstatement as established under this title; and

(2) Completes a criminal history records check in accordance with § 14–308.1 of this title.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 14-401 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 14 / Subtitle 4 / Section 14-401
§14–401.
Status: in_force

(a) If a person fails to submit the reports required in § 11-101 or § 11-102 of this article, the Department shall value the person’s personal property based on any information the Department can obtain and assess the personal property at not more than twice the estimated value.

(b) An assessment under subsection (a) of this section does not excuse the person whose personal property is assessed from liability for:

(1) property tax or other tax; or

(2) a tax penalty or other penalty imposed by law.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 14-708 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 14 / Subtitle 7 / Section 14-708
§14–708.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Certified Local Farm and Fish Food Aggregation Grant Fund.

(b) The purpose of the Fund is to support the creation of food aggregation, storage, processing, and distribution sites across the State through grants and near–equity investments.

(c) The Maryland Agricultural and Resource–Based Industry Development Corporation shall administer the Fund.

(d) The Fund consists of:

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

(2) principal that is repaid from near–equity investments; and

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

(e) The Fund may be used only for establishing and operating food aggregation, storage, processing, and distribution sites across the State through grants and near–equity investments.
Md. Code, Insurance § 14-102 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-102
§14–102.
Status: in_force

(a) The purpose of this subtitle is:

(1) to regulate the formation and operation of nonprofit health service plans in the State; and

(2) to promote the formation and existence of nonprofit health service plans in the State that:

(i) are committed to a nonprofit corporate structure;

(ii) seek to provide individuals, businesses, and other groups with affordable and accessible health insurance; and

(iii) recognize a responsibility to contribute to the improvement of the overall health status of the residents of the jurisdictions in which the nonprofit health service plans operate.

(b) A nonprofit health service plan that complies with the provisions of this subtitle is declared to be a public benefit corporation that is exempt from taxation as provided by law.

(c) The mission of a nonprofit health service plan shall be, in accordance with the charter of the nonprofit health service plan, to:

(1) provide affordable and accessible health insurance to the plan’s insureds and those persons insured or issued health benefit plans by affiliates or subsidiaries of the plan;

(2) assist and support public and private health care initiatives for individuals without health insurance; and

(3) promote the integration of a health care system that meets the health care needs of all the residents of the jurisdictions in which the nonprofit health service plan operates.

(d) A nonprofit health service plan shall develop goals, objectives, and strategies for carrying out, in accordance with the charter of the nonprofit health service plan, its statutory mission.

(e) On or before May 31, 2015, and annually thereafter, the Commissioner 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 compliance of a nonprofit health service plan subject to § 14–115(d) of this subtitle with the provisions of this subtitle.

(f) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, this section applies to:

(i) a nonprofit health service plan that is issued a certificate of authority in the State, whether or not organized under the laws of the State; and

(ii) an insurer or a health maintenance organization, whether or not organized as a nonprofit corporation, that is wholly owned or controlled by a nonprofit health service plan that:

1. is issued a certificate of authority in the State; and

2. does business in the State.

(2) To the extent that the legislatively enacted charter of an entity subject to this section, or the laws or administrative rules or regulations of the jurisdiction of domicile of an entity subject to this section, prohibit the entity from complying with a requirement of subsection (c) of this section, the legislatively enacted charter, laws, and administrative rules and regulations of the jurisdiction of domicile shall supersede and take precedence over the requirement of subsection (c) of this section.

(g) A corporation without capital stock organized for the purpose of establishing, maintaining, and operating a nonprofit health service plan through which health care providers provide health care services to subscribers to the plan under contracts that entitle each subscriber to certain health care services shall be governed and regulated by:

(1) this subtitle;

(2) Title 2, Subtitle 2 of this article and §§ 1–206, 3–127, and 12–210 of this article;

(3) Title 2, Subtitle 5 of this article;

(4) §§ 4–113, 4–114, and 4–503 of this article;

(5) Title 5, Subtitles 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 of this article;

(6) Title 7 of this article, except for § 7–706 and Subtitle 2 of Title 7;

(7) Title 9, Subtitles 1, 2, and 4 of this article;

(8) Title 10, Subtitle 1 of this article;

(9) Title 27 of this article;

(10) Title 33 of this article; and

(11) any other provision of this article that:

(i) is expressly referred to in this subtitle;

(ii) expressly refers to this subtitle; or

(iii) expressly refers to nonprofit health service plans or persons subject to this subtitle.

(h) The provisions of subsections (d) and (e) of this section and §§ 14–106, 14–106.1, 14–115(d), (e), (f), and (g), and 14–139(d) and (e) of this subtitle do not apply to a nonprofit health service plan that insures between 1 and 10,000 covered lives in Maryland or issues contracts for only one of the following services:

(1) podiatric;

(2) chiropractic;

(3) pharmaceutical;

(4) dental;

(5) psychological; or

(6) optometric.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 14-307 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 14 / Subtitle 3 / Section 14-307
§14–307.
Status: in_force

The Legislative Policy Committee shall direct at least 1 standing committee of the House of Delegates and at least 1 standing committee of the State Senate to review annually the performance of units as reported under § 14–305 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Real Property § 14-119 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-119
§14–119.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section:

(1) “Cemetery” means the land or structures in Carroll County identified by the Carroll County Genealogical Society that are used for the interment of human remains; and

(2) “Cemetery” includes a grave, burial ground, monument, or gravestone.

(b) This section does not apply to a permanent cemetery that is owned by:

(1) A cemetery company regulated under Title 5 of the Business Regulation Article;

(2) A nonprofit organization; or

(3) A governmental unit within the State.

(c) A person who owns land in Carroll County on which all or a part of a cemetery is located shall:

(1) Record the location of the cemetery without using a survey in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court for Carroll County; and

(2) Give written notice of the location of the cemetery without using a survey to any prospective buyer of the land.

(d) A person who removes any human remains, monument, or gravestone from a cemetery located on land in Carroll County shall:

(1) Comply with § 10-402 or § 10-404 of the Criminal Law Article;

(2) Place the human remains, monument, or gravestone in a permanent cemetery in Carroll County; and

(3) Record the new location of the human remains, monument, or gravestone in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court for Carroll County.

(e) The Clerk of the Circuit Court for Carroll County shall index and file documents received under this section in the land records under the grantor index.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-5C-18.1 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 5C / Section 14-5C-18.1
§14–5C–18.
Status: in_force

§14–5C–18.1.

(a) Following the filing of charges or notice of initial denial of license application, the Board shall disclose the filing to the public on the Board’s Web site.

(b) The Board shall create and maintain a public individual profile on each licensee that includes the following information:

(1) A summary of charges filed against the licensee, including a copy of the charging document, until a disciplinary panel has taken action under § 14–5C–17 of this subtitle based on the charges or has rescinded the charges;

(2) A description of any disciplinary action taken by the Board or a disciplinary panel against the licensee within the most recent 10–year period that includes a copy of the public order;

(3) A description in summary form of any final disciplinary action taken by a licensing board in any other state or jurisdiction against the licensee within the most recent 10–year period if the Board knows of the disciplinary action;

(4) A description of a conviction or entry of a plea of guilty or nolo contendere by the licensee for a crime involving moral turpitude that is the basis for disciplinary action taken under § 14–5C–17(c) of this subtitle; and

(5) The public address of the licensee.

(c) In addition to the requirements of subsection (b) of this section, the Board shall include on each licensee’s profile a statement of information to be taken into consideration by a consumer when viewing a licensee’s profile, including a disclaimer stating that a charging document does not indicate a final finding of guilt by a disciplinary panel.

(d) The Board:

(1) On receipt of a written request for a licensee’s profile from any person, shall forward a written copy of the profile to the person; and

(2) Shall maintain a Web site that serves as a single point of entry where all licensee profile information is available to the public on the Internet.

(e) The Board shall provide a mechanism for the notification and prompt correction of any factual inaccuracies in a licensee’s profile.

(f) The Board shall include information relating to charges filed against a licensee by a disciplinary panel and any final disciplinary action taken by a disciplinary panel against a licensee in the licensee’s profile within 10 days after the charges are filed or the action becomes final.
Md. Code, Insurance § 14-605 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 14 / Subtitle 6 / Section 14-605
§14–605.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to the hearing provisions of Title 2 of this article, the Commissioner may deny a registration to an applicant or refuse to renew, suspend, or revoke the registration of a registrant if the applicant or registrant, or an officer, director, or employee of the applicant or registrant:

(1) makes a material misstatement or misrepresentation in an application for registration;

(2) fraudulently or deceptively obtains or attempts to obtain a registration for the applicant or registrant or for another;

(3) has been convicted of a felony or of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude;

(4) in connection with the administration of a discount medical plan or discount drug plan, commits fraud or engages in illegal or dishonest activities;

(5) has violated any provision of this subtitle or a regulation adopted under it;

(6) provides a false, falsely disparaging, or misleading oral or written statement, visual description, or other representation of any kind that has the capacity, tendency, or effect of deceiving or misleading consumers;

(7) makes a representation that a discount medical plan or discount drug plan has a sponsorship, approval, characteristic, use, or benefit that it does not have;

(8) has violated § 13–301 of the Commercial Law Article; or

(9) fails to maintain on file with the Commissioner a current list of the persons authorized to sell, market, or solicit a discount medical plan or discount drug plan established by the applicant or the registrant.

(b) This section does not limit any regulatory power of the Commissioner under Title 2 of this article.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 14-102 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-102
§14–102.
Status: in_force

The Division of Labor and Industry of the Maryland Department of Labor and the Public Service Commission shall summarize their efforts to promote the policies related to broadening the ownership of capital in their respective annual reports as required by law.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-2202 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 22 / Section 14-2202
§14–2202.
Status: in_force

(a) The provisions of this subtitle do not apply to a transaction:

(1) Made in accordance with prior negotiations in the course of a visit by the consumer to a merchant operating a retail business establishment which has a fixed permanent location and where consumer goods are displayed or offered for sale on a continuing basis;

(2) In which the person making the solicitation or the business enterprise for which the person is calling:

(i) Has made a previous sale to the consumer; or

(ii) Has a preexisting business relationship with the consumer;

(3) Which is covered by the provisions of Subtitle 3 of this title;

(4) In which:

(i) The consumer may obtain a full refund for the return of undamaged and unused goods to the seller within 7 days of receipt by the consumer; and

(ii) The seller will process the refund within 30 days of receipt of the returned merchandise by the consumer;

(5) In which the consumer purchases goods or services pursuant to an examination of a television, radio, or print advertisement or a sample, brochure, catalogue, or other mailing material of the merchant that contains:

(i) The name, address, and telephone number of the merchant;

(ii) A description of the goods or services being sold; and

(iii) Any limitations or restrictions that apply to the offer; or

(6) In which the merchant is a bona fide charitable organization as defined in § 6-101 of the Business Regulation Article.

(b) Notwithstanding subsection (a) of this section, this subtitle applies to any solicitation offering credit services where:

(1) The consumer is required to call a telephone number;

(2) The consumer is charged a separate toll fee for the call; and

(3) The person making the solicitation receives any portion of the separate telephone toll fee paid by the consumer.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 14-1203 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 14 / Subtitle 12 / Section 14-1203
§14–1203.
Status: in_force

(a) The Office of Resilience shall:

(1) coordinate and administer federal prevention, protection, mitigation, and recovery–focused programs;

(2) administer State mitigation grants and loans;

(3) identify flood risk assessment tools for use by programs and projects statewide;

(4) administer other programs as directed by the Secretary and the Chief Resilience Officer;

(5) prioritize vulnerable communities and ensure that investments are made with a focus on environmental justice; and

(6) conduct outreach and provide technical assistance to local jurisdictions to support the development of local resiliency plans.

(b) (1) On or before January 1, 2024, and each January 1 thereafter, the Office of Resilience shall report to the State Treasurer, the Governor, and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly on the current status and efficacy of State and local resiliency efforts.

(2) The report shall include:

(i) a summary of the activity of the Office of Resilience during the previous calendar year;

(ii) recommendations based on information gathered by the Maryland Department of the Environment and the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science; and

(iii) plans to increase resiliency in the State for the next year, 2 years, 5 years, and 10 years, including potential funding sources for the plans.
Md. Code, Real Property § 14-304 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 14 / Subtitle 3 / Section 14-304
§14–304.
Status: in_force

(a) To establish a broker’s lien under this subtitle, a broker shall commence proceedings in the circuit court where the commercial property is located within 180 days after the commercial leasing commission became due and payable by filing with the clerk of the court:

(1) A petition to establish a broker’s lien, which shall contain the following:

(i) The name and address of the petitioner;

(ii) The name and address of the owner;

(iii) A copy of the brokerage agreement;

(iv) A description of the lien property, including a statement whether part of the lien property is located in another county, by:

1. Reasonably specific geographic location;

2. Street address; or

3. Legal description from the deed as recorded among the land records; and

(v) The amount of the commission and the unpaid portion of the commission;

(2) An affidavit by the broker or by an individual on behalf of the broker stating the facts which the broker is claiming a broker’s lien against the lien property in the amount specified; and

(3) Either original or sworn, certified or photostatic copies of all material papers or parts of any material papers, if any, which constitute the basis of the broker’s claim for a lien, unless the absence of any material papers or parts of any material papers is explained in the affidavit.

(b) The clerk shall docket the proceedings as an action in equity, and all process shall issue out of and all pleadings shall be filed in the one action.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 14-619 — MD Code / Article get / Title 14 / Subtitle 6 / Section 14-619
§14–619.
Status: in_force

(a) If an exercise of the decanting power violates the provisions of this subtitle solely because a second trust instrument in part does not comply with the requirements of this subtitle, the exercise is effective.

(b) If an exercise of the decanting power is effective notwithstanding a failure to meet any requirement of this subtitle in accordance with subsection (a) of this section, with respect to the principal of the second trust attributable to the exercise of the power:

(1) Any provision in the second trust instrument prohibited by this subtitle is void to the extent necessary to comply with this subtitle; and

(2) The second trust instrument shall be treated as containing any provision which is required by this subtitle but not included in the instrument.

(c) If a trustee or other fiduciary of a second trust determines that an exercise of the decanting power is effective notwithstanding a failure to meet any requirement of this subtitle under subsection (a) of this section, that fiduciary shall take corrective action.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-4101 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 41 / Section 14-4101
§14–4101.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Commissioner” means the Commissioner of Financial Regulation in the Maryland Department of Labor.

(c) “Office” means the Office of the Attorney General.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 14-216 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-216
§14–216.
Status: in_force

(a) The prospectus shall contain:

(1) the material information set forth in the application for registration, as required by regulation of the Commissioner; and

(2) any other disclosures that the Commissioner requires.

(b) The prospectus shall state, in 10-point or larger bold type, that registration is not approval, recommendation, or endorsement by the Commissioner.

(c) The prospectus shall include the following information:

(1) the name of the franchisor;

(2) the name under which the franchisor does or intends to do business;

(3) the name of any parent or affiliated company that engages in business transactions with franchisees;

(4) the address of the principal office of the franchisor;

(5) the name and address of the resident agent of the franchisor;

(6) whether the franchisor does business as an individual, partnership, or corporation;

(7) information about the identity and business experience of persons affiliated with the franchisor, as the Commissioner requires;

(8) (i) whether any person identified in the prospectus has been convicted of a felony, has pleaded nolo contendere to a felony charge, or has been adjudged liable in a civil action by final judgment, if the felony or civil action involved fraud, embezzlement, fraudulent conversion, or misappropriation of property; and

(ii) if so, the court, date of the conviction or the judgment, and any penalty imposed or damages assessed;

(9) (i) whether any person identified in the prospectus is subject to:

1. a currently effective order of the Securities and Exchange Commission, or the securities administrator of a state, that denies registration to or suspends or revokes the registration of the person as a securities broker, securities dealer, or investment adviser;

2. a currently effective order of a national securities association or national securities exchange, as defined in the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, that suspends or expels the person from membership in the Association or Exchange;

3. a currently effective order of the Federal Trade Commission; or

4. a currently effective order that enjoins or restricts business activity as a result of an action brought by a public agency, including an action that affects a license as a real estate broker, associate real estate broker, or real estate salesperson; and

(ii) if so, the date, nature, and issuer of the order and any penalty imposed;

(10) the length of time the franchisor has:

(i) conducted business of the type to be operated by a franchisee;

(ii) granted franchises for that business; and

(iii) granted franchises in other lines of business;

(11) a recent financial statement of the franchisor and a statement of each material change in the financial condition of the franchisor since the financial statement was made;

(12) a copy of the typical franchise agreement used or proposed for use in the State;

(13) the franchise fee or, if the franchise fee is not the same in each case, the formula that the franchisor uses to set the amount of the franchise fee and the way the franchisor will apply the franchise fee;

(14) any payment other than a franchise fee that the franchisee or subfranchisor must pay to the franchisor, including any royalty or payment that the franchisor collects wholly or partly for a third party;

(15) the conditions under which the franchisor may terminate, refuse to renew, or repurchase the franchise;

(16) a description of all goods, fixtures, and services that, under the franchise agreement or by practice, the franchisee or subfranchisor must buy from the franchisor or a designee of the franchisor;

(17) whether, under the franchise agreement or by practice, the franchisee is limited in the goods or services that the franchisee may offer to customers;

(18) the conditions of any financing arrangement offered directly or indirectly by the franchisor or an agent or affiliate of the franchisor;

(19) any past or present practice or any intent of the franchisor to sell, assign, or discount to a third party, wholly or partly, a note, contract, or other obligation of the franchisee or subfranchisor;

(20) a copy of any statement of estimated or projected franchisee earnings prepared for presentation to prospective franchisees, subfranchisors, or others and a statement of the information on which the estimation or projection is based;

(21) any compensation or other benefit given or promised to a public figure that arises wholly or partly from:

(i) the use of the public figure in the name or symbol of the franchise; or

(ii) the endorsement or recommendation of the franchise by the public figure;

(22) the number of franchises currently operating or proposed to be sold, as the Commissioner requires by regulation;

(23) whether franchisees or subfranchisors receive an exclusive territory or area franchise;

(24) an authorization for the Commissioner to examine the applicant’s financial records that relate to the sale of franchises;

(25) an irrevocable consent to be sued in the State;

(26) appointment of the Commissioner as attorney to receive service of process for the franchisor;

(27) any other information that the franchisor wants to give; and

(28) any other information that the Commissioner reasonably requires.

(d) If the applicant is a subfranchisor, the application shall include the same information about the subfranchisor as is required from the franchisor under this section.

(e) The Commissioner by regulation may:

(1) set the form and content of financial statements required under this subtitle;

(2) state the circumstances under which consolidated financial statements may be submitted; and

(3) state the circumstances under which financial statements shall be audited by an independent certified public accountant or other public accountant.
Md. Code, Environment § 14-206 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-206
§14–206.
Status: in_force

Gas injected into underground storage in Prince George’s County which remains under the surface of land in the county, unless and until it is disposed of with the consent of the gas storage company, shall remain the personal property of the company. It is not subject to production, taking, reduction to possession, waste, or interference by the owner of the surface of the land or by any other person except the company or its authorized agents. Gas injected into underground storage in Prince George’s County and which is found under the surface of any land in Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties other than in gas mains is subject to the property rights of the captor of the gas or the owner of the land, in all respects as though the gas occurred there naturally. In such a case, the owner of the land may alternatively elect to proceed against the gas storage company for his damages.
Md. Code, Environment § 14-106 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-106
§14–106.
Status: in_force

(a) The Department may bifurcate an application to drill for oil or gas when the drilling will be conducted in geologic formations not yet proven to be productive.

(b) If the Department bifurcates the permit process it may issue a permit for exploration only. Production may not commence until the environmental assessment required by § 14–104 of this subtitle has been completed and approved by the Department and the Department has issued a permit for production. An additional opportunity for a public hearing shall be provided in accordance with § 14–105(f) of this subtitle prior to the issuance of any permit for production.

(c) If the Department bifurcates the permit process, the environmental assessment required under § 14–104 of this subtitle may also be bifurcated to address separately environmental issues associated with exploration and production. However, prior to granting a permit to conduct exploratory drilling in the coastal plain, the Department shall require the applicant to submit an environmental assessment that contains general information regarding the environmental impacts of possible production, including the potential effects of transporting and storing oil or gas and the potential adverse environmental impacts that may arise due to the environmental characteristics of the drilling site.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-12B-04 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 12B / Section 14-12B-04
§14–12B–04.
Status: in_force

(a) If a buyer described in § 14-12B-01(d)(1)(i) of this subtitle becomes disabled during the membership term, the buyer is entitled to extend the membership contract for a period equal to the duration of the disability.

(b) The provisions of subsection (a) of this section do not apply unless the disability is confirmed by a physician and is for a period longer than 3 months.

(c) If a health club facility at which a buyer of health club services is provided with those services is closed for a period longer than 1 month through no fault of the buyer, the buyer is entitled to:

(1) Extend the membership contract for a period equal to the period during which the facility is closed; or

(2) A prorated refund of the amount paid by the buyer under the contract.

(d) (1) If the health club facility is closed through no fault of the seller, the choice of remedy described in subsection (c) of this section shall be made by the seller.

(2) If the health club facility is closed through the fault of the seller, the choice of a remedy described in subsection (c) of this section shall be made by the buyer.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-3304 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 33 / Section 14-3304
§14–3304.
Status: in_force

(a) Before providing any assistance, an immigration consultant shall execute a written contract with the client that includes:

(1) A detailed explanation of the services to be performed;

(2) An itemization of all fees to be charged to the client;

(3) A statement that the client has the right to consult an attorney before signing the contract;

(4) A statement that the client has the right to rescind the contract within 72 hours of signing;

(5) The statement, “I am not an attorney licensed to practice law in Maryland, and may not provide legal forms, provide legal advice, or provide legal services”, which shall be conspicuously placed in the contract in at least 12 point type; and

(6) The statement, “I cannot accept a fee for referring a client to another person for services that I cannot or will not perform”, which shall be conspicuously placed in the contract in at least 12 point type.

(b) The written contract shall be in English and in each language in which the immigration consultant provides services.

(c) The immigration consultant shall provide a copy of the contract to the client on execution.

(d) The immigration consultant shall return any documents provided by the client at the client’s request, even in the event of a fee dispute.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-3602 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 36 / Section 14-3602
§14–3602.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A person that represents to the public that any unpackaged food that is sold or served is halal shall prominently and conspicuously display on the premises on which the food is sold or served a complete disclosure statement.

(2) The Division shall:

(i) Develop a form for disclosure statements; and

(ii) Make the form available to any person on request.

(3) The disclosure statement shall:

(i) Be understandable and written in simple and readable plain language;

(ii) Disclose to the public the basis for a representation that any unpackaged food sold or served is halal, including a specification of practices relating to the preparation, handling, and sale of the food; and

(iii) Contain any additional information or conform to any additional requirements that the Division considers reasonable and necessary to carry out the provisions of this subtitle.

(4) A person that displays a disclosure statement in accordance with this section shall:

(i) Retain a copy of the disclosure statement, and any amendment to the disclosure statement, for at least 3 years from the date on which the person no longer represents to the public that any unpackaged food that is sold or served on the premises is halal; and

(ii) Provide a copy of the disclosure statement to the Division within 2 business days after the person’s receipt of a request from the Division for a copy of the disclosure statement.

(5) A person shall conform its practices with respect to the sale or serving of unpackaged food that is represented to the public as halal to the standard displayed in the disclosure statement.

(b) A person may not sell or offer for sale any food represented to the public as halal, whether for consumption in the person’s place of business or elsewhere, if, in the same place of business, the person also offers for sale any food, not represented to the public as halal, unless the person includes on each window sign and display advertisement in block letters at least 4 inches high the words “halal and nonhalal food sold here” or, as to the sale of meat alone, “halal and nonhalal meat sold here”.

(c) A person may not sell or offer for sale any food product, whether for consumption in the person’s place of business or elsewhere, and falsely represent it to the public as halal.

(d) A person may not falsely represent, with intent to defraud, any food product or the contents of any package or container to be halal, by having or permitting to be inscribed on the package or container the word “halal” in English.

(e) A person may not display for sale, with intent to defraud, any food represented to the public as halal, whether for consumption in the person’s place of business or elsewhere, if, in the same show window or other location on or in the place of business, the person also displays any food not represented to the public as halal, unless the person displays over the halal and nonhalal food signs that read, in block letters at least 4 inches high, “halal food” and “nonhalal food”, respectively, or, as to the display of meat alone, “halal meat” and “nonhalal meat”, respectively.

(f) (1) In this subsection, “Arabic character” means:

(i) Any Arabic word or letter; or

(ii) Any symbol, emblem, sign, insignia, or other mark that simulates an Arabic word or letter.

(2) In connection with any place of business that sells or offers for sale any food, a person may not display, whether in a window, door, or other location on or in the place of business, in any handbill or other printed matter distributed in or outside of the place of business, or otherwise in any advertisement, any Arabic characters, or any other representation to the public that the place of business sells or offers for sale halal food or meat, unless the person also displays in conjunction with the Arabic characters or other representation, in English, letters of at least the same size as the Arabic characters, the words “we sell halal meat and food only”, “we sell nonhalal meat and food only”, or “we sell both halal and nonhalal meat and food”, as appropriate.

(g) Possession of nonhalal food in any place of business advertising the sale of halal food only is presumptive evidence that the person in possession offers the nonhalal food for sale with intent to defraud.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 14-842 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 14 / Subtitle 8 / Section 14-842
§14–842.
Status: in_force

In any proceeding to foreclose the right of redemption, it is not necessary to plead or prove the various steps, procedure and notices for the assessment and imposition of the taxes for which the property was sold or the proceedings taken by the collector to sell the property. The validity of the procedure is conclusively presumed unless a defendant in the proceeding shall, by answer, set up as a defense the invalidity of the taxes or the invalidity of the proceedings to sell or the invalidity of the sale. A defendant alleging any jurisdictional defect or invalidity in the taxes or in the proceeding to sell, or in the sale, must particularly specify in the answer the jurisdictional defect or invalidity and must affirmatively establish the defense.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 14-210 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-210
§14–210.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Whenever the Commissioner finds that a person has violated or is about to violate this subtitle or a regulation adopted or order passed under it, the Commissioner may order the person to cease and desist from the further offer to sell or sale of the franchise until the offer or sale complies with this subtitle.

(2) After passage of a cease and desist order, the alleged violator may submit to the Commissioner a written request for a hearing.

(3) The hearing shall begin:

(i) within 15 business days after the Commissioner receives the request for a hearing; or

(ii) at a later date, with the consent of the alleged violator.

(4) Unless there is a timely hearing, the cease and desist order is rescinded.

(b) (1) Whenever the Commissioner finds that a person has violated or is about to violate this subtitle or a regulation adopted or order passed under it, the Commissioner may sue in the circuit court to enjoin the violation or enforce this subtitle or the regulation or order.

(2) The court shall:

(i) determine if a violation of this subtitle has been or is about to be committed; and

(ii) if so, pass any order the court considers necessary to prevent the violation or remove the effects of the violation and prevent it from continuing or being renewed in the future.

(3) The court may exercise all equitable powers necessary for this purpose, including:

(i) injunction;

(ii) revocation, forfeiture, or suspension of the charter authority or privileges of a business organization operating under the laws of the State;

(iii) dissolution of a corporation or association organized under the laws of the State;

(iv) suspension or termination of the right of a corporation or association organized under the laws of another state or country to do business in the State;

(v) restitution;

(vi) restraining order;

(vii) award of damages to be paid by a franchisor or subfranchisor to a person injured by a violation of this subtitle; and

(viii) appointment of a receiver or conservator.

(4) The court may not require the Commissioner to post bond.

(c) The Commissioner may not exercise a power under this section more than 3 years after the violation occurs.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-5G-28 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 5G / Section 14-5G-28
§14–5G–28.
Status: in_force

This subtitle may be cited as the Maryland Genetic Counseling Act.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-1502.1 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 15 / Section 14-1502.1
§14–1502.
Status: in_force

§14–1502.1.

(a) The Motor Vehicle Administration shall:

(1) Develop a notice that describes the rights provided to consumers under this subtitle;

(2) Make the notice available to all dealers that sell new motor vehicles in the State; and

(3) Adopt regulations as necessary to implement the provisions of this section.

(b) The notice shall:

(1) Be written in simple and readable plain language; and

(2) Contain sufficient detail to fully inform consumers about the rights and remedies available under this subtitle and the procedures to follow to enforce those rights and remedies.

(c) Each dealer that sells a new motor vehicle in the State shall provide to the purchaser, at the time of the sale or delivery of the motor vehicle, a copy of the notice developed by the Motor Vehicle Administration under this section.
Md. Code, Environment § 14-505 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 14 / Subtitle 5 / Section 14-505
§14–505.
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any contrary provisions of this article, an application for a permit required by this subtitle shall be considered an application for all other permits or licenses required under this article for the facility and the action taken by the Secretary on the application shall be deemed to be action taken on all other permits and licenses, including wetlands licenses.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-3102 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 31 / Section 14-3102
§14–3102.
Status: in_force

A household goods mover may not enforce or threaten to enforce a carrier’s lien against, or refuse to deliver, a consumer’s household goods when providing household goods moving services for an intrastate move.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-1207 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 12 / Section 14-1207
§14–1207.
Status: in_force

(a) A consumer reporting agency shall make the disclosures required under § 14–1206(a) of this subtitle during normal business hours and on reasonable notice.

(b) The disclosures required under § 14–1206(a) of this subtitle shall be made to the consumer:

(1) In person if he appears in person and furnishes proper identification;

(2) By telephone if he has made a written request, with proper identification, for telephone disclosure and the toll charge, if any, for the telephone call is prepaid by or charged directly to the consumer; or

(3) In writing if the consumer makes a written request and furnishes proper identification.

(c) Any consumer reporting agency shall provide trained personnel to explain to the consumer any information furnished to him pursuant to § 14–1206 of this subtitle.

(d) The consumer shall be permitted to be accompanied by one other person of his choosing, who shall furnish reasonable identification. A consumer reporting agency may require the consumer to furnish a written statement granting permission to the consumer reporting agency to discuss the consumer’s file in the person’s presence.

(e) Except as provided in § 14–1221 of this subtitle, no consumer may:

(1) Except as to false information furnished with malice or willful intent to injure the consumer, bring any action or proceeding in the nature of defamation, invasion of privacy, or negligence with respect to the reporting of information against any consumer reporting agency, any user of information, based on information disclosed pursuant to this section or § 14–1206 or § 14–1212 of this subtitle; or

(2) Bring any action or proceeding against a person who furnishes information to a consumer reporting agency in the nature of defamation, invasion of privacy, or negligence for unintentional error.
Md. Code, Insurance § 14-103 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-103
§14–103.
Status: in_force

Each nonprofit health service plan shall disclose on each document, statement, announcement, and advertisement and in any representation it places before the public that the nonprofit health service plan is a private nonprofit corporation.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 14-405 — MD Code / Article get / Title 14 / Subtitle 4 / Section 14-405
§14–405.
Status: in_force

(a) The trustee’s obligations begin when the trustee accepts the trust property by writing words substantially similar to those specified in § 14-404(e) of this subtitle.

(b) A trustee shall:

(1) Take control of trust property;

(2) Register or record title to trust property if appropriate; and

(3) Collect, hold, manage, invest, and reinvest trust property.

(c) In administering trust property, a trustee shall observe the standard of care that would be observed by a prudent person dealing with property of another and is not limited by any other statute restricting investments by fiduciaries.

(d) If a trustee has a special skill or expertise, or is named trustee on the basis of representations of a special skill or expertise, the trustee shall utilize that skill or expertise.

(e) (1) A trustee shall at all times keep trust property separate and distinct from all other property in a manner sufficient to identify it clearly as trust property.

(2) Trust property consisting of an undivided interest is so identified if the trustee’s interest is held as a tenant in common.

(3) Trust property subject to recordation is so identified if it is recorded, registered, or held in an account designated in the name of the trustee, followed by the words, “As trustee for ___________________ (name of beneficiary) under the Maryland Discretionary Trust Act”, or similar words.

(f) A trustee, acting in a fiduciary capacity, has all the rights and powers over trust property that an unmarried adult owner has over individually owned property, but a trustee may exercise those rights and powers in a fiduciary capacity only.

(g) A claim based on a contract entered into by a trustee acting in a fiduciary capacity, an obligation arising from the trustee’s ownership or control of trust property, or a tort committed in the course of administering the trust, may be asserted by a third person against the trust property by proceeding against the trustee in a fiduciary capacity, whether or not the trustee is personally liable.

(h) At any time, the transferor may require the trustee to furnish bond.

(i) The trustee shall maintain complete records of all trust property and all trust transactions.

(j) (1) The following persons in the order listed may request an accounting of trust property and transactions:

(i) The transferor or the transferor’s legal representative;

(ii) The beneficiary or the beneficiary’s legal representative;

(iii) The guardian of the person of the beneficiary;

(iv) An adult member of the beneficiary’s family or that family member’s legal representative; or

(v) A person interested in the trust property or a person interested in the welfare of the beneficiary, either of whom the court determines to have a legitimate interest.

(2) The trustee shall provide a written accounting of all trust property and trust transactions for the previous year, or for a longer period if needed for tax purposes, upon request by and at reasonable times to a person authorized in paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(3) The trustee shall give the transferor, successor trustee, or court a complete accounting, including a written accounting of all trust property, a description and records of all trust transactions, and any other relevant documents and information concerning the trust upon the resignation or removal of the trustee, the termination of the trust, or the demand of the court.

(4) The trustee may petition the court for approval of final accounts.

(5) Upon removal of a trustee by a court, the court shall require:

(i) An accounting of trust property;

(ii) The delivery of the trust property and records to the successor trustee; and

(iii) The execution of all instruments required for transfer of the trust property.

(k) Upon petition of the trustee or any person who may petition for an accounting as specified in subsection (j) of this section, the court, after notice to those persons as directed by the court, may:

(1) Issue instructions to the trustee;

(2) Review the propriety of the acts of a trustee; and

(3) Review the reasonableness of the trustee’s compensation or the compensation of other persons.

(l) A successor trustee may not be held liable for the acts or omissions of any predecessor trustee.

(m) Except as otherwise provided in the registration, declaration, or other instrument of transfer creating the trust, or by court order, a trustee:

(1) Is entitled to reimbursement from trust property for reasonable expenses incurred in the performance of fiduciary services; and

(2) Has a noncumulative election, to be made no later than 6 months after the end of each calendar year, to charge reasonable compensation, not to exceed the maximum commissions for trustee services provided for at the time by Maryland law, for fiduciary services performed during that calendar year.
Md. Code, Environment § 14-301 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 14 / Subtitle 3 / Section 14-301
§14–301.
Status: in_force

“Department” means the Department of the Environment.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-3901 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 39 / Section 14-3901
§14–3901.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Arbitration activity” means the initiation, conduct, sponsorship, or administration of, or the appointment of an arbitrator in, a consumer arbitration.

(c) “Arbitration organization” means a nongovernmental association, agency, board, commission, corporation, or other entity that performs arbitration activities.

(d) “Consumer” means an individual who is:

(1) A resident of the State; and

(2) An actual or prospective purchaser or lessee of any goods, services, real property, or credit primarily for personal, family, or household purposes.

(e) (1) “Consumer arbitration” means a binding arbitration conducted in accordance with a consumer arbitration agreement.

(2) “Consumer arbitration” does not include:

(i) A binding arbitration conducted in accordance with the provisions of a policy of property insurance, casualty insurance, or surety insurance, as those terms are defined in § 1–101 of the Insurance Article;

(ii) An arbitration governed by rules adopted by a securities self–regulatory organization and approved by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission under federal law; or

(iii) An arbitration between a consumer and a related institution that is licensed by the Maryland Department of Health, if the consumer arbitration agreement between the consumer and the related institution is not mandated as a condition of admission of the consumer to the related institution.

(f) (1) “Consumer arbitration agreement” means a standardized contract that:

(i) Is between a consumer and another person who is not a consumer;

(ii) Provides for the sale or lease of any goods, services, real property, or credit primarily for personal, family, or household purposes; and

(iii) Requires that disputes arising under the contract be submitted to binding arbitration.

(2) “Consumer arbitration agreement” does not include a public or private sector collective bargaining agreement.

(g) “Related institution” has the meaning stated in § 19–301 of the Health – General Article.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-3903 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 39 / Section 14-3903
§14–3903.
Status: in_force

(a) An arbitration organization subject to this subtitle shall collect, publish, and make available to the public the following information regarding each consumer arbitration for which it performed an arbitration activity during the preceding 5–year period:

(1) If the nonconsumer party is a corporation or other business entity, the name of that party;

(2) Whether the dispute involved goods, services, real property, or credit;

(3) The type of claim or cause of action alleged;

(4) Whether the consumer or nonconsumer party was the prevailing party;

(5) The number of times during the reporting period that the nonconsumer party has been a party in a consumer arbitration for which the arbitration organization performed an arbitration activity;

(6) Whether the consumer party was represented by an attorney and, if so, the name of the attorney;

(7) The date the arbitration organization received the demand for the consumer arbitration, the date the arbitrator was appointed, and the date of disposition by the arbitrator or arbitration organization;

(8) If known, the type of disposition of the dispute, including withdrawal, abandonment, settlement, award after hearing, award without hearing, default, or dismissal without hearing;

(9) The amount of the claim, the amount of the award, and any other relief granted;

(10) The name of the arbitrator, the arbitrator’s total fee for conducting the consumer arbitration, and the percentage of the arbitrator’s fee allocated to each party; and

(11) The address of the premises where the consumer arbitration was conducted.

(b) (1) The information required under subsection (a) of this section:

(i) Shall be reported beginning on the first day of the month immediately following the month an arbitration organization becomes subject to this subtitle; and

(ii) Shall be updated at least quarterly thereafter.

(2) An arbitration organization that becomes subject to this subtitle before July 1, 2016, shall report the information required under subsection (a) of this section to the extent it is available.

(c) The information required under subsection (a) of this section shall be made available to the public:

(1) In a computer–searchable format that:

(i) Is accessible at the Internet website of the arbitration organization; and

(ii) May be downloaded without a fee; and

(2) In writing:

(i) On request; and

(ii) At a fee that does not exceed the actual cost to the arbitration organization of copying the information.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-1205 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 12 / Section 14-1205
§14–1205.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A consumer reporting agency shall maintain reasonable procedures designed to avoid violations of § 14–1203 of this subtitle and to limit the furnishing of consumer reports to the purposes listed under § 14–1202 of this subtitle.

(2) The procedures at a minimum shall require that prospective users of the information identify themselves, certify the purposes for which the information is sought, and certify that the information will be used for no other purpose.

(3) A consumer reporting agency shall make a reasonable effort to verify the identity of a new prospective user and the uses certified by the prospective user prior to furnishing the user a consumer report.

(4) No consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report to any person if it has reasonable grounds for believing that the consumer report will not be used for a purpose listed in § 14–1202 of this subtitle.

(b) Whenever a consumer reporting agency prepares a consumer report it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates.

(c) Notwithstanding the provisions of § 14–1202 of this subtitle, a consumer reporting agency may furnish identifying information respecting any consumer, limited to his name, address, former addresses, places of employment, or former places of employment, to a governmental agency.
Md. Code, Real Property § 14-117.1 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-117.1
§14–117.
Status: in_force

§14–117.1.

(a) This section applies only to existing single–family residential real property in Prince George’s County.

(b) A person or entity that imposes a deferred water and sewer charge shall include with each bill a statement that includes:

(1) The amount of the annual assessment;

(2) The approximate number of payments remaining on the assessment;

(3) The amount remaining on the assessment, including interest;

(4) The name and address of the person or entity most recently responsible for collection of the assessment;

(5) The method used to compute the deferred water and sewer charge on the property;

(6) The interest rate on the assessment;

(7) The estimated payoff amount of the assessment; and

(8) A statement that payoff of the assessment is allowed without prepayment penalty.

(c) The balance owed on a deferred water and sewer assessment may be redeemed at the present value of the assessment.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 14-801 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 14 / Subtitle 8 / Section 14-801
§14–801.
Status: in_force

(a) In §§ 14–801 through 14–854 of this subtitle, the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Other taxing agency” means any municipal corporation or other public or quasi–public corporation that may impose a tax of any kind which is or may become a lien on real property.

(c) “Owner–occupied residential property” means, with respect to a property located in Baltimore City, the principal residence of a homeowner as defined in § 9–105(a)(7) of this article.

(d) (1) “Tax” means any tax, or charge of any kind due to the State or any of its political subdivisions, or to any other taxing agency, that by law is a lien against the real property on which it is imposed or assessed.

(2) “Tax” includes interest, penalties, and service charges.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-4710 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 47 / Section 14-4710
§14–4710.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “processing activities that present a heightened risk of harm to a consumer” means:

(1) The processing of personal data for the purposes of targeted advertising;

(2) The sale of personal data;

(3) The processing of sensitive data; and

(4) The processing of personal data for the purposes of profiling, in which the profiling presents a reasonably foreseeable risk of:

(i) Unfair, abusive, or deceptive treatment of a consumer;

(ii) Having an unlawful disparate impact on a consumer;

(iii) Financial, physical, or reputational injury to a consumer;

(iv) A physical or other intrusion on the solitude or seclusion or the private affairs or concerns of a consumer in which the intrusion would be offensive to a reasonable person; or

(v) Other substantial injury to a consumer.

(b) A controller shall conduct and document, on a regular basis, a data protection assessment for each of the controller’s processing activities that present a heightened risk of harm to a consumer, including an assessment for each algorithm that is used.

(c) (1) A data protection assessment conducted in accordance with this section shall identify and weigh the benefits that may flow directly and indirectly from the processing to the controller, the consumer, other interested parties, and the public against:

(i) The potential risks to the rights of the consumer associated with the processing as mitigated by safeguards that may be employed by the controller to reduce these risks; and

(ii) The necessity and proportionality of processing in relation to the stated purpose of the processing.

(2) The controller shall factor into a data protection assessment:

(i) The use of de–identified data;

(ii) The reasonable expectations of consumers;

(iii) The context of the processing; and

(iv) The relationship between the controller and the consumer whose personal data will be processed.

(d) (1) The Division may require that a controller make available to the Division a data protection assessment that is relevant to an investigation conducted by the Division.

(2) (i) The Division may evaluate a data protection assessment for compliance with the responsibilities established in this subtitle.

(ii) A controller’s data protection assessment may be used in an action to enforce this subtitle.

(3) A data protection assessment is confidential and is exempt from disclosure under the federal Freedom of Information Act or the Public Information Act.

(e) A single data protection assessment may address a comparable set of processing operations that include similar activities.

(f) If a controller conducts a data protection assessment for the purpose of complying with another applicable law or regulation, the data protection assessment shall be considered to satisfy the requirements established in this section if the data protection assessment is reasonably similar in scope and effect to the data protection assessment that would otherwise be conducted in accordance with this section.

(g) To the extent that any information contained in a data protection assessment disclosed to the Division includes information subject to attorney–client privilege or work product protection, the disclosure may not constitute a waiver of that privilege or protection.

(h) A data protection assessment conducted under this section:

(1) Shall apply to processing activities that occur on or after October 1, 2025; and

(2) Is not required for processing activities that occur before October 1, 2025.
Md. Code, Health - General § 14-410 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 14 / Subtitle 4 / Section 14-410
§14–410.
Status: in_force

The Department or an official acting under authority granted under this subtitle may not restrict, determine, or influence the curriculum or ministry of a youth camp in the State.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 14-903 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 14 / Subtitle 9 / Section 14-903
§14–903.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Governor by proclamation may require that each able-bodied individual in the State between 18 and 50 years old, inclusive, who is not regularly or continuously employed or engaged in a lawful and useful business, occupation, trade, or profession immediately register for work under this subtitle.

(2) The Governor may require registration for work under paragraph (1) of this subsection if the Governor determines that because of a state of war:

(i) it is necessary for the protection and welfare of the people of the State that those individuals work in agricultural, industrial, or other occupations carried on by the State, a county, or a private employer;

(ii) the occupations specified in item (i) of this paragraph are essential for the protection and welfare of the people of the State and the United States; and

(iii) the occupations specified in item (i) of this paragraph cannot be carried on as required for the protection and welfare of the people of this State and the United States without resort to this subtitle.

(b) Individuals who are self-supporting because of income or ownership of property and individuals who are supported by others shall be required to register under this subtitle.

(c) (1) Each individual required to register under this section shall register with the clerk of the circuit court of the county in which the individual resides.

(2) The individual shall provide to the clerk the individual’s name, address, age, and any other information that the Governor requires.

(d) On request of the Governor, the clerk of the circuit court shall provide the Governor with the information obtained under subsection (c)(2) of this section.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-2201 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 22 / Section 14-2201
§14–2201.
Status: in_force

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

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

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

(2) (i) Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, “consumer services” does not include financial services or securities sales.

(ii) “Consumer services” includes any solicitation offering credit services where:

1. The consumer is required to call a telephone number;

2. The consumer is charged a separate toll fee for the call; and

3. The person making the solicitation receives any portion of the separate telephone toll fee paid by the consumer.

(d) “Credit services” means providing or offering to provide any service in return for the payment of money or other consideration, where the service is held out to provide assistance to a consumer with regard to:

(1) Improving the consumer’s credit history, credit rating, or credit record; or

(2) Obtaining an extension of credit for the consumer.

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

(2) “Merchant” does not include a person who is exempt under § 13-104 of this article.

(f) “Telephone solicitation” means the attempt by a merchant to sell or lease consumer goods, services, or realty to a consumer located in this State that is:

(1) Made entirely by telephone; and

(2) Initiated by the merchant.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 14-307.1 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 14 / Subtitle 3 / Section 14-307.1
§14–307.
Status: in_force

§14–307.1.

(a) The Board may use a testing service to administer the examinations required under this subtitle.

(b) If the Board uses a testing service, the testing service, subject to the requirements set by the Board, may:

(1) set the time and place of examinations;

(2) give qualified applicants notice of the time and place of examinations; and

(3) furnish any other information that the Board may require the testing service to provide.
Md. Code, Environment § 14-306 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 14 / Subtitle 3 / Section 14-306
§14–306.
Status: in_force

Every application for a permit shall be accompanied by at least two copies of an accurate map prepared by a competent engineer or geologist showing the location, extent, and depth of the proposed storage place and of all wells drilled or proposed to be drilled to the storage place. A copy of the map shall be sent to the Department and it shall review the application and map to determine the presence or absence of the danger of pollution, contamination, diversion, or depletion of subsurface and percolating waters. The Department may take the testimony of any other person. It shall decide whether the granting of any application would likely endanger the public safety, health and welfare, and in accordance with its determination, grant or deny the application.
Md. Code, Environment § 14-110.1 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-110.1
§14–110.
Status: in_force

§14–110.1.

(a) In this section, “water supply” means a source of water used for drinking or other domestic purpose or for agriculture, including livestock.

(b) For each permit the Department issues under this subtitle to drill a well for the exploration or production of gas in deep shale deposits, there is a presumptive impact area around the gas well in which it is presumed that contamination of a water supply was caused by the activities of gas exploration or production.

(c) The presumptive impact area shall be in effect:

(1) Within a radius of 2,500 feet from the vertical wellbore; and

(2) For 365 days after the last event of well drilling, completion, or hydraulic fracturing.

(d) Within a presumptive impact area established under subsections (b) and (c) of this section, the permittee shall replace, at no expense to an owner of real property in the presumptive impact area, a water supply that is contaminated as a result of the permittee’s drilling or operation of the gas well.

(e) A water supply within a presumptive impact area that no longer yields potable water as a result of the drilling or operation of a gas well shall be considered to be replaced adequately by a permittee if the permittee provides for the affected property owner a new or retrofitted well or other alternative water supply that is capable of yielding potable water equal to the volume used or needed by the property owner before the contamination of the water supply.

(f) The permittee and the property owner may agree on monetary compensation or other mitigation instead of restoration.

(g) The Department may not require a permittee to replace a water supply or compensate a property owner, as provided in this section, if the permittee demonstrates to the Department by a preponderance of the evidence that:

(1) The contamination is not the result of activities relating to the gas well; or

(2) The contamination existed before the commencement of activities allowed by the permit and was not worsened by those activities.

(h) The Department may adopt regulations to implement this section.

(i) The presumption of causation established under this section does not apply to contamination of a water supply if:

(1) The permit applicant requests the permission of the property owner to sample and test the water supply before commencement of activities and to provide the property owner with a complete copy of the test results; and

(2) The property owner refuses permission.

(j) This section may not be construed to affect any common law remedies available to a property owner.

(k) (1) The presumption of causation established under this section shall apply in:

(i) A proceeding for judicial review under § 14–117 of this subtitle;

(ii) An action for an injunction under § 14–118 of this subtitle; or

(iii) A civil action for damages or equitable relief brought by a property owner against a permittee.

(2) The presumption may be rebutted by a preponderance of the evidence.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 14-108 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-108
§14–108.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “Program” means the Employment Works Program.

(b) There is an Employment Works Program in the Governor’s Office of Small, Minority, and Women Business Affairs.

(c) The Special Secretary for the Office of Small, Minority, and Women Business Affairs shall designate Maryland Works, Inc., or another appropriate coordinating entity, to facilitate the distribution of procurement contracts for supplies and services among community service providers and individual with disability owned businesses.

(d) The coordinating entity designated under subsection (c) of this section shall:

(1) identify potential contracts for supplies and services eligible for procurement;

(2) establish procedures for the selection of community service providers to perform under potentially eligible contracts for preference procurement;

(3) establish procedures for remediation of noncompliance with State or Program policies;

(4) provide training and technical assistance to participating community service providers;

(5) conduct cost analyses and market research for submission and review by the Pricing and Selection Committee for the Program;

(6) provide staff support for the Pricing and Selection Committee for the Program; and

(7) serve as a monitoring agent to ensure that high quality standards are met and maintained by the Program and its participating community service providers.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-507 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 5 / Section 14-507
§14–507.
Status: reserved

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

(2) “Immediate follow–up care” is that period of contact lens fitting time required to reach a contact lens prescription that is appropriate to the documented clinical needs of the patient.

(3) “Replacement contact lens prescription” means a prescription prepared by a licensed physician containing the information specified in this section and written expressly for the purpose of providing lenses which have already been properly fitted.

(b) A licensed physician shall ensure that each replacement contact lens prescription that the licensed optometrist prescribes for contact lenses:

(1) Contains all the information necessary for the replacement contact lens prescription to be properly dispensed, including but not limited to the:

(i) Lens manufacturer;

(ii) Type of lens;

(iii) Power of the lens;

(iv) Base curve;

(v) Lens size;

(vi) Name of the patient;

(vii) Date the prescription was given to the patient;

(viii) Name and office location of the licensed physician who writes the replacement contact lens prescription; and

(ix) Expiration date of the replacement contact lens prescription; and

(2) Is reduced to writing and placed in the patient’s permanent file.

(c) (1) (i) After a licensed physician releases the patient from immediate follow–up care, the patient may request the replacement contact lens prescription from the licensed physician.

(ii) If, after examination, the patient’s prescription has not changed since the last examination, a licensed physician shall comply with the provisions of paragraph (2) of this subsection without requiring the patient to purchase contact lenses or to undergo immediate follow–up care.

(2) (i) Upon the request of a patient of a licensed physician, and without cost to the patient, the licensed physician shall provide the patient’s replacement contact lens prescription to the patient or the patient’s designee.

(ii) In responding to a request under paragraph (1)(i) of this subsection, a licensed physician shall transmit the contact lens prescription by mail, telephone, facsimile, e–mail, or any other means of communication that will, under normal circumstances, result in the designee receiving the information within 7 business days after the patient’s request.

(iii) The replacement contact lens prescription that the licensed physician provides the patient under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph:

1. Shall contain the information necessary for the proper duplication of the current prescription of the patient;

2. Shall contain, subject to the provisions of subsection (d) of this section, an expiration date for the replacement contact lens prescription of not more than 24 months from the time the patient was first examined; and

3. May contain wearing guidelines or specific instructions for use of the contact lenses by the patient, or both.

(d) The licensed physician shall enter into the patient’s medical record the valid clinical reasons for a shorter expiration date and shall provide the patient with a written and oral explanation of the clinical reasons for a shorter expiration date.

(e) When a patient’s prescription is dispensed by a person other than the licensed physician or a person associated directly or indirectly with the licensed physician, the licensed physician is not liable for any injury to or condition of a patient caused solely by the negligence of the dispenser.

(f) A licensed physician who releases a replacement contact lens prescription to a patient may provide the patient with a written statement that wearing improperly fitted contact lenses may cause harm to the patient’s eyes and that the patient should have an eye examination if there are any changes in the patient’s vision, including pain or vision loss.

(g) (1) A licensed physician who fills or provides a contact lens prescription shall maintain a record of that prescription in accordance with § 4–403 of the Health – General Article.

(2) A person other than a licensed physician who fills a contact lens prescription shall maintain a record of that prescription for 5 years.

(h) The Board may impose a civil fine of no more than $1,000 on a licensed physician who fails to provide a replacement contact lens prescription or who knowingly dispenses contact lenses without a valid and unexpired replacement contact lens prescription, or who otherwise fails to comply with this title.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 14-106 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-106
§14–106.
Status: in_force

The State Prosecutor has the powers and duties established under §§ 14–107 through 14–111 of this title.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 14-868 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 14 / Subtitle 8 / Section 14-868
§14–868.
Status: in_force

The plaintiff named in an action under § 14-866 of this subtitle shall be:

(1) for an action to collect State tax:

(i) the State; or

(ii) the Treasurer, or other State officer who is authorized by law to collect the tax;

(2) for an action to collect county tax:

(i) the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City or the governing body of the county; or

(ii) the county collector with a designation of authority;

(3) for an action to collect municipal corporation property tax:

(i) the governing body of the municipal corporation; or

(ii) the municipal corporation collector with a designation of authority; or

(4) for an action to collect more than 1 tax from the same person, the collector or other officer who is authorized to collect the taxes.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-1107 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 11 / Section 14-1107
§14–1107.
Status: in_force

If the buyer defaults under a special order transaction, the seller may exercise all rights and remedies available at either law or equity, including those rights and remedies as provided in the Uniform Commercial Code, Title 2 “Sales,” Subtitle 7 “Remedies,” of this article.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 14-415 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 14 / Subtitle 4 / Section 14-415
§14–415.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Certified e–Stewards recycler” means a recycler of electronic products that has successfully completed the e–Stewards certification program created by the Basel Action Network.

(3) “Electronic product” means a product recycled by:

(i) a certified e–Stewards recycler;

(ii) a R2 certified recycler; or

(iii) a recycler of electronic products that meets nationally recognized and consensus–based guidelines, standards, and systems for recycling that are approved by the Department of the Environment in consultation with the Department of General Services.

(4) “R2 certified recycler” means a recycler of electronic products that is certified in the R2 Practices Standards that are maintained by R2 Solutions.

(b) On or after October 1, 2014, when awarding a procurement contract for services to recycle electronic products, a State unit shall award the contract to a recycler of electronic products that:

(1) is R2 or e–Stewards certified; or

(2) meets nationally recognized and consensus–based guidelines, standards, and systems for recycling that are approved by the Department of the Environment in consultation with the Department of General Services.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-4603 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 46 / Section 14-4603
§14–4603.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Forensic Nurse Examiner Training Grant Program.

(b) The purpose of the Program is to assist nonprofit entities that provide resources for victims of sexual assault in the State to fund training for nurses in the State to develop skills in conducting forensic examinations of victims of sexual assault.

(c) The Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy shall establish:

(1) An application process for nonprofit entities and higher education institutions and colleges in the State to apply for grant funding from the Program; and

(2) Eligibility criteria for selecting recipients for grant funding from the Program.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-5F-05 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 5F / Section 14-5F-05
§14–5F–05.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Board shall set reasonable fees for the issuance and renewal of licenses and the other services the Board provides to naturopathic doctors.

(2) The fees charged shall be set so as to produce funds to approximate the cost of maintaining the licensure program and the other services provided to naturopathic doctors.

(b) (1) The Board shall pay all fees collected under the provisions of this subtitle to the Comptroller.

(2) The Comptroller shall distribute all fees to the Board established under § 14–201 of this title.

(c) The fees shall be used to cover the actual documented direct and indirect costs of fulfilling the statutory and regulatory duties of the Board as provided by the provisions of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 14-304 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 14 / Subtitle 3 / Section 14-304
§14–304.
Status: in_force

(a) To qualify for a license, an applicant shall be an individual who meets the requirements of this section.

(b) The applicant shall be of good character and reputation.

(c) The applicant shall meet the educational and experience requirements under and, except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, shall pass each examination required under § 14-305 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-4902 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 49 / Section 14-4902
§14–4902.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a merchant may not knowingly sell an open– or a closed–loop gift card to a consumer unless:

(1) The merchant conspicuously displays a notice in substantially the same form as the model notice created under § 14–4904(1) of this subtitle:

(i) For an in–person sale, at or near the physical location where:

1. The gift card is displayed for sale; or

2. The sale occurs; or

(ii) For an online sale, on the webpage:

1. Where the gift card is offered for sale; or

2. That is displayed before the sale is finalized;

(2) For an in–person sale of an open–loop gift card, the gift card is enclosed in secure packaging that:

(i) Is sealed in a manner that is not easily opened without signs of tampering;

(ii) Except as provided in item (iii) of this item, conceals all numeric codes specific to the activation or redemption of the gift card, including any bar code, CVV number, PIN number, or activation code;

(iii) Displays an activation code, bar code, or other activation data only if the packing used is more secure than it otherwise would be if the data were fully concealed; and

(iv) Includes a warning that states the following or uses language substantially similar to the following:

“Do not sell or purchase if packaging has been broken or indicates tampering”; and

(3) For an in–person sale of a closed–loop gift card, the gift card is presented in packaging that:

(i) 1. Conceals or covers, in a manner that is not easily removed or replaced without signs of tampering, all numeric codes specific to the redemption of the gift card; or

2. If made more secure through partial concealment or covering than full concealment or covering under item 1 of this item, partially conceals or covers, in a manner that is not easily removed or replaced without signs of tampering, all numeric codes specific to redemption of the gift card; and

(ii) Includes a warning that states the following or uses language substantially similar to the following:

“Do not sell or purchase if packaging has been broken or indicates tampering.”.

(b) A merchant may sell an open– or a closed–loop gift card that is not enclosed in secure packaging as required under subsection (a)(2) of this section if:

(1) The gift card is a chip–enabled, numberless card that is activated by a consumer after registering the card on the card issuer’s website; or

(2) The gift card:

(i) Is sold exclusively by:

1. A merchant for use only at the retail establishment of the merchant; or

2. A group of affiliated merchants for use only at the retail establishments of the affiliated merchants; and

(ii) Is secured in a physical location within the merchant’s retail establishment that is accessible only by an employee of the merchant.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 14-889 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 14 / Subtitle 8 / Section 14-889
§14–889.
Status: in_force

(a) The Department may not charge interest on unpaid taxes owed to the Department.

(b) The Department may not impose any fees or costs on a homeowner in addition to the taxes owed.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-104 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-104
§14–104.
Status: in_force

The seller shall disclose the total price or unit price, as the case may be, for each item in the following manner:

(1) If the item is visible conspicuously to the consumer, by attachment of a stamp, tag, or label:

(i) Directly on the item or its package; or

(ii) Directly adjacent to the item or on the shelf on which the item is displayed; or

(2) If the item is not visible conspicuously to the consumer or if the stamp, tag, or label would not be visible conspicuously to the consumer, by a sign or list which contains the price information and is visible conspicuously to the consumer.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-4706 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 47 / Section 14-4706
§14–4706.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A consumer may designate an individual to serve as the consumer’s authorized agent and act on the consumer’s behalf to opt out of the processing of the consumer’s personal data for one or more of the purposes specified in § 14–4705(b)(7) of this subtitle.

(2) A consumer may designate an authorized agent by an Internet link or a browser setting, browser extension, global device setting, or other similar technology, indicating a consumer’s intent to opt out of the processing of the consumer’s personal data.

(b) A controller shall comply with an opt–out request received from an authorized agent if, using commercially reasonable efforts, the controller is able to authenticate:

(1) The identity of the consumer; and

(2) The authorized agent’s authority to act on the consumer’s behalf.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 14-409 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 14 / Subtitle 4 / Section 14-409
§14–409.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to the hearing provisions of § 14–410 of this subtitle, the Board, on the affirmative vote of a majority of its members then serving, may deny a permit to any applicant, reprimand a permit holder, or suspend or revoke a permit if:

(1) the applicant or permit holder fraudulently or deceptively obtains or attempts to obtain a permit; or

(2) the permit holder fraudulently or deceptively uses a permit.

(b) (1) In addition to a sanction imposed under subsection (a) of this section, the Board may impose a penalty not exceeding $5,000 for each:

(i) violation for which a denial, reprimand, suspension, or revocation was imposed under subsection (a) of this section; and

(ii) failure to meet or continue to meet the qualifications or requirements set forth in this subtitle.

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

(i) the seriousness of the violation;

(ii) the harm caused by the violation;

(iii) the good faith of the permit holder; and

(iv) any history of previous violations by the permit holder.

(c) The Board shall pay any penalty collected under subsection (b) of this section into the General Fund of the State.
Md. Code, Education § 14-206 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-206
§14–206.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A vice president or program director may suspend a classified employee without pay pending disposition of a charge for removal.

(2) The vice president or program director shall notify the classified employee in writing of the suspension and the reasons for it.

(b) Within 5 workdays after receiving a notice of suspension under this section, a classified employee may request in writing that the President conduct a preliminary hearing to determine whether the employee may continue to work with pay pending disposition of the charge.

(c) The President shall hold the preliminary hearing within 5 workdays after the President receives the request.

(d) (1) A preliminary hearing under this subtitle is in addition to the hearing on the merits required by § 14-205 of this subtitle.

(2) The preliminary hearing is limited to the following issues:

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

(ii) Whether other employment and status alternatives for the classified employee should be considered.

(e) At the preliminary hearing, the classified employee may:

(1) Rebut the reasons given for the suspension;

(2) Assert mitigating circumstances; and

(3) Offer alternatives to the suspension, including:

(i) A return to the employee’s position with pay;

(ii) A transfer to another position with pay; or

(iii) A suspension with pay.

(f) (1) Within 5 workdays after the preliminary hearing, the President shall issue a proposed decision in writing for approval by the Secretary of Budget and Management.

(2) The decision is conclusive only as to the issue of the suspension.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 14-503 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 14 / Subtitle 5 / Section 14-503
§14–503.
Status: in_force

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

(b) The agreement entered into under subsection (a) of this section shall include the type of equipment, services, personnel, and supplies required to dispense draft beer.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 14-832.3 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 14 / Subtitle 8 / Section 14-832.3
§14–832.
Status: in_force

§14–832.3.

In Queen Anne’s County, when any tax sale made prior to July 1, 1985 has been finally ratified, then no circuit court in this State shall on and after July 1, 1987, entertain any proceedings to set aside or modify any title to any interest obtained in such sale.
Md. Code, Insurance § 14-407 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 14 / Subtitle 4 / Section 14-407
§14–407.
Status: in_force

(a) If the Commissioner is satisfied that the individuals who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the dental plan organization are trustworthy and capable of providing, arranging for, or administering the services offered by the dental plan, the Commissioner shall issue a certificate of authority.

(b) If the Commissioner disapproves an application for a certificate of authority, the Commissioner shall notify the dental plan organization in writing of the reasons for disapproval.
Md. Code, Insurance § 14-607 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 14 / Subtitle 6 / Section 14-607
§14–607.
Status: in_force

(a) The following disclosures shall be made in writing printed in 12 point type to any prospective member of a discount medical plan organization and shall be included in any marketing materials or brochures relating to an application or contract for a discount medical plan:

(1) a statement that the discount medical plan is not insurance;

(2) a statement that membership in the discount medical plan entitles members to discounts for certain medical services offered by providers who have agreed to participate in the discount medical plan;

(3) a statement that the discount medical plan organization itself does not pay providers of medical services for services provided to plan members;

(4) a statement that the plan member is required to pay for any medical service provided, but is entitled to receive a discount on certain identified medical services from those providers who have contracted with the discount medical plan organization;

(5) a description of the medical services subject to discount, a description of the discounts that the plan member is entitled to receive, and the mechanism by which a current or prospective plan member can obtain the names of the providers that have contracted with the discount medical plan organization to offer discounts to plan members;

(6) the name, location, and contact information, including a telephone number, for the discount medical plan organization;

(7) all fees, dues, charges, or other financial consideration to be paid by the plan member with respect to the member’s participation in the discount medical plan, including all fees or charges relating to the processing of discounts or billing;

(8) if the marketing materials or brochures refer to hospital services, a statement that the discount medical plan does not offer a discount on hospital services in Maryland; and

(9) if applicable, a statement that a nominal fee associated with enrollment costs will be retained by the discount medical plan organization, in accordance with § 14–608(a) of this subtitle, if membership is canceled within the first 30 calendar days after the effective date of enrollment.

(b) The following disclosures shall be made in writing printed in 12 point type to any prospective member of a discount drug plan organization and shall be included in any marketing materials or brochures relating to an application or contract for a discount drug plan:

(1) a statement that the discount drug plan is not:

(i) insurance; or

(ii) a Medicare prescription drug plan;

(2) a statement that membership in the discount drug plan entitles members to discounts for certain pharmaceutical supplies, prescription drugs, or medical equipment and supplies offered by providers who have agreed to participate in the discount drug plan;

(3) a statement that the discount drug plan organization itself does not pay providers of pharmaceutical supplies, prescription drugs, and medical equipment and supplies provided to plan members;

(4) a statement that the discount drug plan member is required to pay for all pharmaceutical supplies, prescription drugs, and medical equipment and supplies provided, but is entitled to receive a discount on certain identified pharmaceutical supplies, prescription drugs, or medical equipment and supplies from those providers who have contracted with the discount drug plan organization;

(5) a description of the discounts that the discount drug plan member is entitled to receive and the mechanism by which a current or prospective plan member can obtain:

(i) unless the discount drug plan offers an open formulary, a listing of the items, including prescription drugs, subject to discount; and

(ii) the names of the providers who have contracted to offer discounts to plan members;

(6) the name, location, and contact information, including a telephone number, for the discount drug plan organization;

(7) all fees, dues, charges, or other financial consideration to be paid by the plan member with respect to the member’s participation in the discount drug plan, including all fees or charges relating to the processing of discounts or billing; and

(8) if applicable, a statement that a nominal fee associated with enrollment costs will be retained by the discount drug plan organization, in accordance with § 14–608(a) of this subtitle, if membership is canceled within the first 30 calendar days after the effective date of enrollment.

(c) If a discount medical plan or a discount drug plan is sold, marketed, or solicited by telephone, the disclosures required by subsections (a) and (b) of this section shall be:

(1) made orally; and

(2) included with the membership card when mailed to the prospective plan member.

(d) The following disclosures shall be made in writing in 12 point type in any advertisement to promote interest in or promote the desire to inquire further about a discount medical plan:

(1) a statement that the discount medical plan is not insurance;

(2) a statement that membership in the discount medical plan entitles members to discounts for certain medical services offered by providers who have agreed to participate in the discount medical plan;

(3) a statement that the plan member, and not the discount medical plan organization, is required to pay for all medical services provided;

(4) the name, location, and contact information, including a telephone number, for the discount medical plan organization;

(5) a statement of the mechanism by which a prospective plan member may obtain the names of the providers who have contracted to offer discounts to plan members; and

(6) if the advertisement refers to hospital services, a statement that the discount medical plan does not offer a discount on hospital services in Maryland.

(e) The following disclosures shall be made in writing in 12 point type in any advertisement to promote interest in or promote the desire to inquire further about a discount drug plan:

(1) a statement that the discount drug plan is not:

(i) insurance; or

(ii) a Medicare prescription drug plan;

(2) a statement that membership in the discount drug plan entitles members to discounts for certain pharmaceutical supplies, prescription drugs, or medical equipment and supplies offered by providers who have agreed to participate in the discount drug plan;

(3) a statement that the plan member, and not the discount drug plan organization, is required to pay for all pharmaceutical supplies, prescription drugs, or medical equipment and supplies provided;

(4) the name, location, and contact information, including a telephone number, for the discount drug plan organization; and

(5) a statement of the mechanism by which a prospective plan member may obtain the names of the providers who have contracted to offer discounts to plan members.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-5E-23 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 5E / Section 14-5E-23
§14–5E–23.
Status: in_force

(a) A person who violates any provision of §§ 14–5E–20 through 14–5E–22 of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or both.

(b) A person who violates any provision of §§ 14–5E–20 through 14–5E–22 of this subtitle is subject to a civil fine of not more than $5,000 to be levied by a disciplinary panel.

(c) The Board shall pay any penalty collected under this section into the Board of Physicians Fund.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-5E-24 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 5E / Section 14-5E-24
§14–5E–24.
Status: in_force

This subtitle may be cited as the Maryland Perfusion Act.
Md. Code, Real Property § 14-110 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-110
§14–110.
Status: in_force

(a) If any person is entitled to an estate for life or years or to an estate tail, fee simple, conditional, base or qualified fee, or any other particular, limited, or conditional estate in property, and any other person is entitled to a vested or contingent remainder, executory devise, or any other vested or contingent interest in the same property, on application of any of the parties in interest and if all parties in being are parties to the proceeding, a court of equity may decree a sale, lease, or mortgage if it appears to be advantageous to the parties concerned. The court shall direct the investment of the proceeds of the sale, mortgage, or limitations of the reversion and rent as the case may be, so these inure to the use of the same parties who would be entitled to it if the property is sold, leased, or mortgaged.

(b) If every person who would be entitled to the property if the contingency happened at the date of the decree is a party, the decree binds every person whether he is in being or not, who claims or may claim any interest in the property under any party to the decree, under any person from whom any party to the decree claims, or under the original deed or will by which the particular, limited, or conditional estate, with remainders or executory devises, is created. Any mortgage executed pursuant to the decree binds the property so mortgaged of every person, whether in being or not.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-5D-19 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 5D / Section 14-5D-19
§14–5D–19.
Status: in_force

This subtitle may be cited as the “Maryland Athletic Trainers Act”.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-1801 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 18 / Section 14-1801
§14–1801.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Consumer” has the same meaning as that term has in Title 13 of this article.

(c) “Dealer” means a person who engages in the business of selling or leasing household goods to consumers residing in Maryland.

(d) “Estimated delivery date” means the date established under § 14-1802 or § 14-1803 of this subtitle on which the dealer reasonably anticipates to deliver the ordered household good to the consumer.

(e) (1) “Household good” means any article or set of articles used to furnish or supply a residential dwelling such as a sofa, cabinet, rug, carpeting, washing machine, refrigerator, television, dining room set, or range.

(2) “Household good” does not include:

(i) Any article taken by the consumer on the date the article was ordered;

(ii) Any article ordered by mail; or

(iii) Any permanent fixture.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 14-1004 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 14 / Subtitle 10 / Section 14-1004
§14–1004.
Status: in_force

§14–1004. IN EFFECT

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2030 PER CHAPTERS 736 AND 737 OF 2025 //

(a) A unit may include an ESOP evaluation factor in the technical evaluation for a competitive sealed proposal under § 13–104 of this article for a contract subject to this subtitle.

(b) An ESOP evaluation factor may be:

(1) if a point system is used for evaluation of proposals, up to the percentage of the total allocable technical points authorized under § 14–1003 of this subtitle; or

(2) if a point system is not used for evaluation of proposals, ranked in its relative order of importance.
Md. Code, Real Property § 14-615 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 14 / Subtitle 6 / Section 14-615
§14–615.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) If, on affidavit of the plaintiff, it appears to the satisfaction of the court that the plaintiff has used reasonable diligence to ascertain the identity and residence of and to serve a summons on the persons named as unknown defendants and persons joined as testate or intestate successors of a person known or believed to be dead, the court shall order service by publication in accordance with Rule 2–122 of the Maryland Rules and the provisions of this subtitle.

(2) The order shall direct that a copy of the summons, the complaint, and the order for publication be mailed immediately to the party if the party’s address is ascertained before expiration of the time prescribed for publication of the summons.

(b) This section does not authorize service by publication on any person named as an unknown defendant who is in open and actual possession of the property.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 14-201 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-201
§14–201.
Status: in_force

In this subtitle, “award” means a final monetary or benefit award or judgment in an administrative, arbitration, or judicial proceeding involving an employee grievance or hearing that is held under:

(1) this Division I or a regulation adopted under it; or

(2) a personnel policy or regulation that governs classified employees of the University System of Maryland or Morgan State University.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-509 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 5 / Section 14-509
§14–509.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “ACCME” means the Accrediting Council for Continuing Medical Education.

(b) A physician may dispense a topical medication that is approved by the federal Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of hypotrichosis without obtaining a dispensing permit or completing the continuing education required under § 12–102(c)(2)(ii) of this article if the physician:

(1) Otherwise complies with the requirements of § 12–102(c)(2)(ii) of this article; and

(2) Has received a special class of written permit from the Board.

(c) The Board may issue a special class of written permit to a physician under subsection (b) of this section if the physician:

(1) Completes 1 hour of continuing medical education per year on the dispensing of topical medications developed by an ACCME–accredited Maryland nonprofit or governmental entity; and

(2) Pays to the Board a $100 permit fee.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 14-906 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 14 / Subtitle 9 / Section 14-906
§14–906.
Status: in_force

(a) Each individual required to work under this subtitle is entitled to compensation not less than the compensation paid to others for the same work.

(b) If an individual is assigned to work for a unit of the State, the compensation of the individual shall be paid by the unit out of the appropriation made to it by the State.

(c) If an individual is assigned to work for a county, the compensation of the individual shall be paid by the county.

(d) (1) If an individual is assigned to work for a private employer, the compensation of the individual shall be paid by the private employer.

(2) Each private employer shall execute a bond to the State in the penalty and with the surety that the Governor approves, conditioned to guarantee the payment of compensation due to individuals assigned to work for the private employer.

(3) (i) If a private employer fails to pay the compensation due to an individual under this subsection, the compensation shall be paid by the State.

(ii) If money is appropriated for the purpose specified in subparagraph (i) of this paragraph:

1. payment shall be made on the order of the executive committee of the Maryland Council of Defense with the approval of the Governor;

2. the order shall be directed to the Comptroller; and

3. the Comptroller shall draw a warrant on the Treasurer for the amount of payment as provided by law.

(4) If the State compensates an individual under this subsection, the employer’s bond shall be in default and shall be put into suit by the State.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 14-512 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 14 / Subtitle 5 / Section 14-512
§14–512.
Status: in_force

(a) Any taxpayer, the governing body of a county, a municipal corporation, or the Attorney General may appeal a final action by the Department on an appeal under § 14-504 of this subtitle to the Maryland Tax Court. The appeal shall be made on or before 30 days from:

(1) the date of the final action of the Department; or

(2) the earlier of the date of delivery or mailing of the notice of the final action to the address specified under § 14-507 of this subtitle, if a request is made under § 14-507 of this subtitle.

(b) The person against whom final action has been taken by the Department under § 14-506 of this subtitle may appeal the action to the Maryland Tax Court on or before 30 days after the earlier of the delivery or mailing of a notice of final action by the Department.

(c) Except as provided in subsection (d) of this section, the person who submitted a property tax refund claim under Subtitle 9 of this title, the Department, a county, or a municipal corporation may appeal a final determination of a property tax refund claim by a refunding authority to the Maryland Tax Court on or before 30 days from the date that the refunding authority mails the notice of its determination.

(d) The person who submitted a tax refund claim under § 14-907 or § 14-908 of this title may appeal any final action taken under § 14-911 of this title to the Maryland Tax Court on or before 30 days from the date that the notice of disallowance is received by the person. However, if a refund claim under § 14-911 of this title is not allowed or disallowed on or before 6 months from the date of filing the claim, the person who filed the claim may:

(1) deem the claim to be finally disallowed; and

(2) submit an appeal to the Maryland Tax Court.

(e) On or before 30 days from the date of the determination, any taxpayer, the State, a county, or a municipal corporation may appeal a determination of a property tax credit or relief under § 14-509(c) of this subtitle by a property tax assessment appeal board to the Maryland Tax Court.

(f) (1) Any taxpayer, a municipal corporation, the Attorney General, the Department, or the governing body of a county may appeal a determination made by a property tax assessment appeal board under § 14–509(a) or (b) of this subtitle to the Maryland Tax Court.

(2) The appeal shall be made:

(i) on or before 30 days after the determination under § 14–509(a) or (b) of this subtitle;

(ii) on or before 30 days from the date of mailing a notice of the determination to the address requested under § 14–507 of this subtitle; or

(iii) if the appellant is the Department, on or before 30 days from the date the board sends written notice of its determination, by mail or otherwise, to the Department.

(3) Unless a taxpayer previously appealed as required by § 14–502 or § 14–503 of this subtitle to a property tax assessment appeal board, the taxpayer may not appeal to the Maryland Tax Court under this subsection.

(4) An appeal under this subsection shall state:

(i) that the value or classification is erroneous because of overvaluation or undervaluation;

(ii) that the assessment is unequal because it is made at a higher proportion of value than other property of the same class; or

(iii) any other errors that may exist for which an appeal is allowed and because of which the petitioner claims to be injured.

(5) (i) Unless extended by the court at the request of a party, the Maryland Tax Court shall hear and determine all appeals under this subsection on or before:

1. for an appeal other than an appeal of a determination regarding an assessment for residential property, 120 days from the date the appeal is entered; and

2. for an appeal of a determination regarding an assessment for residential property, 90 days from the date the appeal is entered.

(ii) Any party to an appeal may request the court to extend the 120 or 90 day requirement.

(iii) The court may grant an extension if it deems the request to be valid.

(6) For any appeal under this subsection to the Maryland Tax Court, the Department and the taxpayer shall, at least 10 days before a hearing on the appeal, exchange any written appraisals to be used for the purpose of placing a value on the property.

(g) 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, Real Property § 14-504 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 14 / Subtitle 5 / Section 14-504
§14–504.
Status: in_force

In accordance with this subtitle, an affordable housing land trust may:

(1) Acquire residential real property;

(2) Acquire an interest in property for the construction of residential real property;

(3) Make improvements on residential real property;

(4) Enter into affordable housing land trust agreements with persons who meet the criteria set out in this subtitle and any other criteria as established in the affordable housing land trust agreement for the transfer of an interest in residential real property; and

(5) Engage in other activities related to the sale, leasing, management, maintenance, and preservation of properties under the control of the affordable housing land trust.
Md. Code, Health - General § 14-205 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-205
§14–205.
Status: in_force

(a) The Maryland Department of Health may use funds appropriated for the day care for the elderly to:

(1) Assist in start–up costs of establishing a day care center for the elderly; and

(2) Subsidize day care services for financially eligible elderly individuals.

(b) The services that are provided by the day care center for the elderly under this section shall include:

(1) Therapeutic arts and crafts;

(2) Community excursions, if appropriate;

(3) Hobby cultivation;

(4) Health services;

(5) Counseling services for elderly individuals and their families;

(6) Group dynamics; and

(7) Other services that enhance social functioning and develop activities in daily living and personal independence.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-107 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-107
§14–107.
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any other provision of this subtitle, the Division may submit disputes under this subtitle for arbitration in accordance with the provisions of § 13-404 of this article.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 14-706 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 14 / Subtitle 7 / Section 14-706
§14–706.
Status: in_force

(a) Within 90 days after the end of the fiscal year, each unit shall report to the Office.

(b) A report under this section for the preceding fiscal year shall:

(1) state the total number and value of procurement contracts for food between the unit and certified local farms and certified Chesapeake invasive species providers;

(2) indicate the percentage that those procurement contracts for food represent of the total number and value of procurement contracts for food awarded by a unit;

(3) state the total number and the names of certified local farms and certified Chesapeake invasive species providers that participated in procurement contracts for food awarded by a unit;

(4) for each certified local farm or certified Chesapeake invasive species provider included in the report under item (3) of this subsection, list all procurement contracts for food awarded by a unit to the certified local farm or certified Chesapeake invasive species provider, including a description of the contract; and

(5) contain other such information as required by the Office, subject to approval by the Board.

(c) A report under this section shall be:

(1) in a form prescribed by the Office; and

(2) approved by the Board.

(d) On or before December 31, 2023, and each December 31 thereafter, the Office shall submit a consolidated report to the Senate Committee on Education, Energy, and the Environment and the House Health and Government Operations Committee, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, on Program implementation and participation.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 14-232 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-232
§14–232.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not fail to notify the Commissioner promptly of a material change as required by § 14-220 of this subtitle.

(b) A person who willfully sells a franchise knowingly violating this section is guilty of a felony and, on conviction, is subject for each violation to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
Md. Code, Education § 14-401 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 14 / Subtitle 4 / Section 14-401
§14–401.
Status: in_force

There is a St. Mary’s College of Maryland, a public honors college, located in St. Mary’s County.
Md. Code, Education § 14-204 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-204
§14–204.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in § 14-205 of this subtitle, a vice president or program director may reject a classified employee at any time during probation by notifying the President in writing of the rejection and the reason for it.

(2) When rejected, the classified employee is permanently separated from the position.

(b) If a classified employee is on probation as a result of a promotion, the employee:

(1) May be rejected only with the consent of the President; and

(2) May appeal the rejection in accordance with policies adopted by the Board of Regents.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-4205 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 42 / Section 14-4205
§14–4205.
Status: in_force

The Commissioner may enforce this subtitle by exercising any of the powers authorized under §§ 2–113 through 2–116 of the Financial Institutions Article.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-5D-11 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 5D / Section 14-5D-11
§14–5D–11.
Status: in_force

(a) Nothing in this title may be construed to authorize an athletic trainer to practice except under the supervision of a licensed physician.

(b) Before an athletic trainer may practice athletic training, the athletic trainer shall:

(1) Obtain a license under this subtitle;

(2) Enter into a written evaluation and treatment protocol with a licensed physician; and

(3) Except as provided in § 14–5D–11.3(a) of this subtitle, submit an original, signed copy of the evaluation and treatment protocol for Board approval.

(c) An evaluation and treatment protocol shall:

(1) Describe the qualifications of the licensed physician and licensed athletic trainer;

(2) Describe the physician supervision mechanisms that the physician will use to give direction to the athletic trainer;

(3) Describe the treatment procedures the athletic trainer may perform;

(4) Describe tasks the athletic trainer may not perform;

(5) Describe specialized tasks the supervising physician is delegating to the athletic trainer to perform with documentation of competencies, certification, credentials, or any other requirements established by the Board to support the delegation of the specialized tasks;

(6) Indicate whether the athletic trainer may accept outside referrals from nonsupervising physicians and other licensed health care practitioners;

(7) Designate an alternate supervising physician, if appropriate or necessary; and

(8) Contain an attestation that states the supervising physician will be responsible for providing ongoing and immediately available instruction that is adequate to ensure the safety and welfare of a patient and is appropriate to the setting.

(d) An athletic trainer may accept an outside referral from a nonsupervising physician or licensed health care practitioner if:

(1) The supervising physician specifies in the evaluation and treatment protocol that the athletic trainer may accept referrals from a nonsupervising physician or licensed health care practitioner;

(2) The nonsupervising physician or licensed health care practitioner has seen the athletic individual and has written an order for the care of the athletic individual; and

(3) The treatment procedures to be used by the athletic trainer are:

(i) Within the scope of practice of an athletic trainer; and

(ii) Included in the evaluation and treatment protocol that the athletic trainer has entered into with the supervising physician.

(e) (1) An athletic trainer may provide treatment for not more than 14 days to an athletic individual with an injury that affects job function or job–related activity unless the athletic trainer has received a referral from a health care provider licensed under this article other than under this subtitle to treat the individual.

(2) For the purpose of paragraph (1) of this subsection, preventive care is not considered treatment.

(f) Subject to the notice required under § 14–5D–11.2 of this subtitle, an athletic trainer may terminate an evaluation and treatment protocol filed with the Board under this section at any time.

(g) (1) In the event of the sudden departure, incapacity, or death of the primary supervising physician of an athletic trainer, or change in license status that results in the primary supervising physician being unable to legally practice medicine, an alternate supervising physician designated under subsection (c) of this section may supervise the athletic trainer for not longer than 15 days following the event.

(2) If there is no designated alternate supervising physician or the designated alternate supervising physician does not agree to supervise the athletic trainer, the athletic trainer may not practice until the athletic trainer receives approval of a new evaluation and treatment protocol under § 14–5D–11.3 of this subtitle.

(3) An alternate supervising physician or other licensed physician may assume the role of primary supervising physician by submitting a new evaluation and treatment protocol to the Board for approval under subsection (b) of this section.

(4) The Board may terminate an evaluation and treatment protocol if:

(i) The athletic trainer has a change in license status that results in the athletic trainer being unable to legally practice athletic training;

(ii) At least 15 days have elapsed since an event listed under paragraph (1) of this subsection if there is an alternate supervising physician designated under subsection (c) of this section; or

(iii) Immediately after an event listed under paragraph (1) of this subsection if there is no alternate supervising physician designated under subsection (c) of this section.

(h) An athletic trainer whose evaluation and treatment protocol is terminated may not practice athletic training until the athletic trainer receives preliminary approval of a new evaluation and treatment protocol under § 14–5D–11.3 of this subtitle.

(i) In the event of a sudden departure, incapacity, or death of a supervising physician, a designated alternate supervising physician may assume the role of the supervising physician by submitting an evaluation and treatment protocol to the Board within 15 days of the event.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-5F-06 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 5F / Section 14-5F-06
§14–5F–06.
Status: in_force

There is a Naturopathic Medicine Advisory Committee within the Board.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-3301 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 33 / Section 14-3301
§14–3301.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Client” means a noncitizen or any person seeking to sponsor a noncitizen for whom an immigration consultant performs or offers to perform a service relating to the noncitizen’s immigration status.

(c) “Immigration consultant” means a person that provides nonlegal advice, guidance, information, or services to a client on an immigration matter for a fee.

(d) “Immigration matter” means any legal proceeding, filing, or action that:

(1) Affects the immigration status of a noncitizen; and

(2) Arises under:

(i) Any immigration and naturalization law, executive order, or presidential proclamation of the United States or any foreign country; or

(ii) An action of the United States Department of Homeland Security, the United States Department of Labor, the United States Department of State, the United States Department of Justice, or the United States Department of Commerce.

(e) (1) “Legal services” means the legal representation of an individual.

(2) “Legal services” includes providing forms to an individual, completing forms on behalf of an individual, filing forms on behalf of an individual, advising an individual to file forms, or applying for a benefit on behalf of an individual.

(f) “Secretarial services” means:

(1) Writing, typing, or copying information as provided by an individual; or

(2) Translating documents into English for an individual.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-4813 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 48 / Section 14-4813
§14–4813.
Status: in_force

This subtitle may be cited as the Maryland Age–Appropriate Design Code Act.
Md. Code, Real Property § 14-105 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-105
§14–105.
Status: in_force

In the absence of special agreement to the contrary, if a real estate broker employed to sell, buy, lease, or otherwise negotiate an estate, or a mortgage or loan secured by the property, procures in good faith a purchaser, vendor, lessor, lessee, mortgagor, mortgagee, borrower, or lender, as the case may be, and the person procured is accepted by the employer and enters into a valid, binding, and enforceable written contract, in terms acceptable to the employer, of a sale, purchase, lease, mortgage, loan, or other contract, as the case may be, and the contract is accepted by the employer and signed by him, the broker is deemed to have earned the customary or agreed commission. He has earned the commission regardless of whether or not the contract entered into is performed, unless the performance of the contract is prevented, hindered, or delayed by any act of the broker.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 14-219 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-219
§14–219.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Declared State disaster or emergency” means any disaster or emergency event for which:

(i) the Governor proclaims a state of emergency;

(ii) a Presidential Declaration of a federal major disaster or emergency is issued; or

(iii) a widespread utility outage occurs.

(3) “Disaster– or emergency–related work” means repairing, renovating, installing, building, rendering services, or other business activities that relate to infrastructure that is damaged, impaired, or destroyed by the declared State disaster or emergency.

(4) “Disaster period” means a period that begins 10 days before the first day of the declared State disaster or emergency and extends for a period of 60 calendar days after the end of the declared State disaster or emergency.

(5) (i) “Infrastructure” means property and equipment owned or used by communications networks, electric generation facilities, electric and gas transmission and distribution systems, water pipelines, and related support facilities.

(ii) “Infrastructure” includes real and personal property.

(6) (i) “Out–of–state business” means a business entity that:

1. has no registrations, nexus, or tax filings in the State prior to the declared State disaster or emergency; and

2. is requested by a registered business or the State or a local government to perform disaster or emergency related work during a disaster period.

(ii) “Out–of–state business” includes a business entity that is affiliated with a registered business in the State solely through common ownership.

(7) “Out–of–state employee” means an employee who does not work in the State, except during a declared State disaster or emergency.

(8) “Registered business” means a business entity that is currently registered to do business in the State before the declared State disaster or emergency.

(b) An out–of–state business that performs disaster– or emergency–related work during a disaster period does not establish a level of presence that would require the out–of–state business or its out–of–state employees to be subject to:

(1) State or local licensing or registration requirements;

(2) State or county income taxes;

(3) unemployment insurance contributions;

(4) personal property tax; or

(5) any requirement to collect and remit the sales and use tax.

(c) (1) An out–of–state employee may not be required to pay State or county income taxes or be subject to income tax withholding requirements.

(2) An out–of–state business that employs an out–of–state employee may not be required to pay State or county income taxes or be subject to income tax withholding requirements with respect to any out–of–state employees.

(d) (1) An out–of–state business shall provide to the Comptroller a statement that the out–of–state business is in the State solely for purposes of performing disaster– or emergency–related work.

(2) The statement required under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall include for the out–of–state business:

(i) the name;

(ii) the state of domicile;

(iii) the principal address;

(iv) the federal tax identification number;

(v) the date of entry into the State; and

(vi) contact information.

(e) A registered business in the State shall provide the information required under subsection (d) of this section for any out–of–state business affiliate that enters the State to perform disaster– or emergency–related work.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 14-205 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-205
§14–205.
Status: in_force

With the approval of the County Commissioners, the Board may appoint full–time or part–time inspectors who:

(1) shall have their salaries set by the County Commissioners on an annual or per diem basis; and

(2) shall be paid reasonable expenses related to performance of their duties.
Md. Code, Environment § 14-123 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-123
§14–123.
Status: in_force

The Department shall use money in the Fund solely to administer and implement programs to oversee the drilling, development, production, and storage of oil and gas wells, and other requirements related to the drilling of oil and gas wells, including all costs incurred by the State to:

(1) Review, inspect, and evaluate monitoring data, applications, licenses, permits, analyses, and reports;

(2) Perform and oversee assessments, investigations, and research;

(3) Conduct permitting, inspection, and compliance activities; and

(4) Develop, adopt, and implement regulations, programs, or initiatives to address risks to public safety, human health, and the environment related to the drilling and development of oil and gas wells, including the method of hydrofracturing.
Md. Code, Education § 14-405 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 14 / Subtitle 4 / Section 14-405
§14–405.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board of Trustees shall prepare and implement both a capital and operating budget for the management of the College.

(b) (1) In order to ensure a stable and predictable level of funding, the Governor shall include in the annual budget submission a General Fund grant to St. Mary’s College of Maryland.

(2) (i) For fiscal year 1993, the grant shall be as provided for in the State fiscal year 1993 appropriation.

(ii) For fiscal year 1994 and each year thereafter, the proposed grant shall be equal to the grant of the prior year augmented by funds required to offset inflation as indicated by the implicit price deflator for State and local government.

(iii) Beginning in fiscal year 2019, if the College’s 6–year graduation rate as reported by the Maryland Higher Education Commission is 82% or greater in the second preceding fiscal year, the proposed grant for the upcoming fiscal year shall be increased by 0.25%.

(3) (i) Beginning in fiscal year 2019, in addition to the grant provided under paragraph (2) of this subsection, the College shall receive the amounts specified under this paragraph.

(ii) For each fiscal year, the State shall provide to the College funds to pay for the increase in State–supported health insurance costs of the College.

(iii) For each fiscal year in which the State provides a cost–of–living adjustment for State employees, the State shall provide to the College 100% of the cost–of–living adjustment wage increase for State–supported employees of the College.

(iv) For each fiscal year in which the State provides funds to other public senior higher education institutions to moderate undergraduate resident tuition increases, it is the intent of the General Assembly that the State shall provide to the College funds for the same purpose.

(4) Funding provided under paragraph (3) of this subsection:

(i) May not be included in the calculation of the proposed grant under paragraph (2) of this subsection for any following fiscal year; and

(ii) Shall be provided in the same amount in each following fiscal year.

(5) The State shall pay the General Fund grants under this subsection to the College on a quarterly basis.

(6) Nothing in this subsection may be construed to restrict the budgetary power of the General Assembly.

(7) Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the College shall support all operating costs, including personnel and retirement costs, from its General Fund grant and the other revenue sources of the College.

(c) (1) Subject to the approval of the Board of Public Works, the Board may acquire, lease, encumber, sell, or otherwise dispose of real property held by the State for the use of St. Mary’s College of Maryland.

(2) The Board may acquire, lease, encumber, sell, or otherwise dispose of personal property.

(3) The title to any land acquired by St. Mary’s College of Maryland shall be held by the State of Maryland for the use of St. Mary’s College of Maryland.

(d) (1) The Board may borrow money for the purposes and on the terms that the Board determines.

(2) The Board may secure a loan with property acquired by the Board or with revenues derived from the property.

(3) A loan under this section does not:

(i) Create or constitute a debt or obligation of the State or any unit of the State other than the College; or

(ii) Create or constitute a debt or obligation contracted by the General Assembly or pledge the faith and credit of the State within the meaning of Article III, § 34 of the Maryland Constitution.

(e) (1) (i) The income of the College shall be deposited in the State Treasury or as the State Treasurer directs.

(ii) The State Treasurer shall invest the funds and credit to the College any interest or other income from the investment of the funds.

(2) The College may spend or encumber, within the fiscal year they are received, revenues received in excess of those estimated for any fiscal year.

(3) Any unexpended or unencumbered balances of the College’s revenues shall not revert to the General Fund of the State at the end of each fiscal year.

(f) (1) Except as provided in § 11–203(e) of the State Finance and Procurement Article, the College is exempt from Division II of the State Finance and Procurement Article.

(2) (i) Subject to review and approval by the Board of Public Works and the Administrative, Executive, and Legislative Review Committee of the General Assembly, the Board of Trustees shall develop policies and procedures governing procurements by the College.

(ii) The policies and procedures developed under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph shall promote the purposes of the State procurement law as set forth in § 11–201 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 14-201 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-201
§14–201.
Status: in_force

In this subtitle, “Program” means the Hemp Research Pilot Program.
Md. Code, Insurance § 14-107 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-107
§14–107.
Status: in_force

(a) By November 1 of each year, the Commissioner shall issue an order notifying each nonprofit health service plan that is required to file a report under § 14–106 of this subtitle of whether the plan has satisfied the requirements of § 14–106 of this subtitle.

(b) If the Commissioner determines that a nonprofit health service plan has not satisfied the requirements of § 14–106 of this subtitle, the Commissioner shall issue an order requiring the nonprofit health service plan to pay the premium tax under Title 6, Subtitle 1 of this article:

(1) for a period of time beginning with the date the plan was determined to be out of compliance with § 14–106 of this subtitle; and

(2) in an amount equal to the amount by which the value of the nonprofit health service plan’s premium tax exemption under § 6–101(b) of this article exceeds the sum of:

(i) the subsidy required under the Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program established under Title 15, Subtitle 10 of the Health – General Article; and

(ii) other funds used by the nonprofit health service plan to meet the public service requirement under § 14–106 of this subtitle.

(c) A nonprofit health service plan that fails to timely file the report required under § 14–106 of this subtitle shall pay the penalties under § 14–121 of this subtitle.

(d) A party aggrieved by an order of the Commissioner issued under this section has a right to a hearing in accordance with §§ 2–210 through 2–215 of this article.

(e) Premium tax revenue collected by the Administration as the result of an order issued under subsection (b) of this section shall be deposited into the Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program Fund established under § 15–1004 of the Health – General Article.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 14-1901 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 14 / Subtitle 19 / Section 14-1901
§14–1901.
Status: in_force

Title 4, Subtitle 5 (“Conduct of Local License Holders”) of Division I of this article applies in the county without exception or variation.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-2705 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 27 / Section 14-2705
§14–2705.
Status: in_force

(a) A violation of this subtitle shall be an unfair or deceptive trade practice under Title 13 of this article.

(b) In addition to pursuing any other remedy, a consumer may bring an action to recover for any damages caused by a violation of this subtitle. The court shall award a consumer who prevails in such an action twice the amount of any pecuniary loss together with costs, disbursements, and reasonable attorney fees and any equitable relief that the court determines is appropriate.
Md. Code, Real Property § 14-312 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 14 / Subtitle 3 / Section 14-312
§14–312.
Status: in_force

(a) At the time of any settlement or payment in full between a broker and an owner, the broker shall give to the owner a signed release of the broker’s lien established under this subtitle.

(b) An owner is not subject to a lien and is not otherwise liable for any commission included in the release under subsection (a) of this section.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-1601 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 16 / Section 14-1601
§14–1601.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Official rating” means an official rating of the Motion Picture Association of America.

(c) “Person” means an individual, corporation, partnership, or any other legal or commercial entity.

(d) “Video movie” means a videotape or video disc copy of a motion picture film.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 14-211 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-211
§14–211.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Commissioner may refer to the State’s Attorney evidence of a criminal violation of this subtitle.

(2) With or without the referral of evidence, a State’s Attorney may bring appropriate criminal proceedings under this subtitle.

(b) A criminal proceeding may not be brought more than 3 years after the alleged violation.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 14-103 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-103
§14–103.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a State Prosecutor Selection and Disabilities Commission.

(b) The Commission consists of:

(1) the Attorney General; and

(2) six individuals appointed by the Governor as follows:

(i) two individuals shall be appointed from a list of two or more nominees submitted by the President of the Senate:

1. only one of the individuals appointed shall be a lawyer; and

2. none of the nominees may be a member of the General Assembly or a full–time State employee;

(ii) two individuals shall be appointed from a list of two or more nominees submitted by the Speaker of the House of Delegates:

1. only one of the individuals appointed shall be a lawyer; and

2. none of the nominees may be a member of the General Assembly or a full–time State employee;

(iii) one individual who:

1. shall be appointed from a list of one or more nominees submitted by the Board of Governors of the Maryland State Bar Association; and

2. is a lawyer admitted to practice law in the State; and

(iv) one individual who:

1. shall be appointed from a list of one or more nominees submitted by the governing board of the Maryland State’s Attorneys Association; and

2. is a State’s Attorney at the time of appointment and throughout the individual’s term on the Commission.

(c) (1) The Governor shall appoint the members of the Commission from the nominees submitted to the Governor under this section.

(2) The Governor may reject an individual as a nominee only for cause.

(3) If the Governor rejects an individual as a nominee, the Governor shall request the appropriate nominating authority to submit another nominee.

(d) (1) The term of an appointed member is 4 years.

(2) The terms of appointed members are staggered as required by the terms in effect for members on October 1, 2008.

(3) An appointed member serves until a successor is appointed and qualifies.

(4) An appointed member is eligible for reappointment.

(e) From among the members, the Governor shall designate the chair of the Commission for the period that the Governor determines.

(f) A vacancy that occurs on the Commission shall be filled by the Governor in the same manner as provided for appointments in this section.

(g) A member of the Commission:

(1) may not receive compensation for serving on the Commission; but

(2) is entitled to reimbursement for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations, as provided in the State budget.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 14-413 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 14 / Subtitle 4 / Section 14-413
§14–413.
Status: in_force

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

(2) (i) “Conflict mineral” means a mineral or mineral derivative determined under federal law to be financing human conflict.

(ii) “Conflict mineral” includes columbite–tantalite (coltan), cassiterite, gold, wolframrite, or derivatives of these minerals.

(3) “Noncompliant person” means a person:

(i) that is required to disclose under federal law information relating to conflict minerals that originated in the Democratic Republic of the Congo or its neighboring countries; and

(ii) for which the disclosure is not filed, is considered under federal law to be an unreliable determination, or contains false information.

(b) A unit may not knowingly procure supplies or services from a noncompliant person.

(c) In any solicitation for supplies or services, a unit shall provide notice of the requirements of this section.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 14-402 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 14 / Subtitle 4 / Section 14-402
§14–402.
Status: in_force

A holder of a manufacturer’s license may sell or deliver alcoholic beverages to a holder of a retail license from 6 a.m. to midnight on every day except Sunday.
Md. Code, Insurance § 14-104 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-104
§14–104.
Status: in_force

(a) Each nonprofit health service plan that provides hospital benefits shall furnish a statement of the plan’s principal claims practices as part of the certificate form or booklet describing the coverage to be afforded.

(b) The statement shall include practices for payment for:

(1) surgical procedures performed by two or more surgeons;

(2) services provided in-area by nonparticipating providers; and

(3) services provided out-of-area by affiliated plans and affiliated providers.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 14-508 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 14 / Subtitle 5 / Section 14-508
§14–508.
Status: in_force

(a) A person who violates any provision 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.

(b) (1) The Board may impose on a person who violates any provision of this title a penalty not exceeding $5,000 for each violation.

(2) In setting the amount of the penalty, the Board shall consider:

(i) the seriousness of the violation;

(ii) the harm caused by the violation;

(iii) the good faith of the violator;

(iv) any history of previous violations by the violator; and

(v) any other relevant factors.

(3) The Board shall pay any penalty collected under this subsection into the General Fund of the State.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 14-1014 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 14 / Subtitle 10 / Section 14-1014
§14–1014.
Status: in_force

A person who assaults another person to stop that person from bidding at a collector’s sale or because that person bid at a collector’s sale is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 12 months or both.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 14-1101 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 14 / Subtitle 11 / Section 14-1101
§14–1101.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this section and in this article, any tax imposed under this article may be collected only on or before 7 years from the date the tax is due.

(b) For any tax imposed under this article within the limitations of this subtitle, the tax may be collected by an action that is filed in court on or before 7 years from the date that the tax is due. Any judgment entered may be enforced or renewed as any other judgment.

(c) If a 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 collection period is 2 years from the date of the appointment of the trustee or receiver or 7 years from the date the tax is due, whichever is later.

(d) The 7-year limitation specified by subsection (a) of this section applies to any tax under this article that is imposed on or after July 1, 1982. For a tax imposed before July 1, 1982, the period of limitations is 4 years.
Md. Code, Real Property § 14-801 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 14 / Subtitle 8 / Section 14-801
§14–801.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Animal rescue organization” has the meaning stated in § 15–101 of the Agriculture Article.

(c) “Animal shelter” has the meaning stated in § 2–1701 of the Agriculture Article.

(d) “Pet” means a domesticated dog or cat.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-303 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 3 / Section 14-303
§14–303.
Status: in_force

If the seller violates any provision of § 14-302 of this subtitle, the buyer may cancel the door-to-door sale by notifying the seller in any manner and by any means of his intention to cancel.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 14-304 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 14 / Subtitle 3 / Section 14-304
§14–304.
Status: in_force

(a) The Attorney General or a State’s Attorney may sue to enjoin, wholly or partly, the activities of a multilevel distribution company that violate this subtitle.

(b) At least 10 days before seeking injunctive relief, the Attorney General or State’s Attorney shall send written notice of the alleged violation by certified mail to the principal place of business of the multilevel distribution company.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 14-208.1 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-208.1
§14–208.
Status: in_force

§14–208.1.

(a) In this section, “code official” means a public official responsible for the review of building permit documents or the issuance of building permits.

(b) The Board shall:

(1) keep a list of the names and mailing addresses of all licensees and certificate holders;

(2) provide each code official with a copy of the list annually; and

(3) provide any other person who makes a request with a copy of the list at a reasonable fee set by the Board.

(c) (1) The Board shall provide all licensees, certificate holders, and code officials with a periodic newsletter not less than semiannually on the activities of the Board.

(2) The Board shall publish, on the Department website, the newsletter jointly with the State Board of Architects, the State Board of Examiners of Landscape Architects, the State Board of Certified Interior Designers, and the State Board for Professional Land Surveyors.

(d) The Board shall distribute:

(1) to each applicant for a license or a certificate and each code official, a copy of the Maryland Professional Engineers Act and the Board’s rules and regulations;

(2) on each renewal of a license or certificate, to each licensee or certificate holder, a copy of any amendments to the Maryland Professional Engineers Act and the Board’s rules and regulations that took effect during the 2-year period ending on the date of renewal; and

(3) to each code official, a copy of any amendments to the Maryland Professional Engineers Act and the Board’s rules and regulations.

(e) A licensee or certificate holder shall designate the licensee’s or certificate holder’s mailing address at the time of issuance of the license or certificate and on each renewal of the license or certificate.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 14-310 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 14 / Subtitle 3 / Section 14-310
§14–310.
Status: in_force

(a) An individual may apply to the Board or the Board’s designee to take the Fundamentals of Engineering examination before the individual completes the requirements set forth in § 14–305(b) and (c) of this subtitle.

(b) If an individual passes the Fundamentals of Engineering examination and elects to obtain from the Board, on payment of a certification fee set by the Board, a certificate that states that the individual is an engineer–in–training, the Board shall:

(1) keep a record that the individual passed the examination; and

(2) issue to the individual a certificate that states that the individual is an engineer–in–training because the individual has passed the examination and that sets forth:

(i) the full name of the individual;

(ii) a certificate number assigned by the Board to the individual; and

(iii) the signature of an authorized official of the Board, under seal of the Board.
Md. Code, Environment § 14-303 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 14 / Subtitle 3 / Section 14-303
§14–303.
Status: in_force

The Department shall prescribe rules and regulations to effectuate the provisions of this subtitle, and any permit to drill, bore, drive, dig, or otherwise conduct any operation for the storage of natural or artificial gas or petroleum products and their derivatives may contain the restrictions the Department determines necessary in the public interest to protect the waters of the State, including subsurface and percolating waters.
Md. Code, Environment § 14-511 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 14 / Subtitle 5 / Section 14-511
§14–511.
Status: in_force

(a) This subtitle shall be liberally construed to effectuate its intents and purposes.

(b) Nothing in this subtitle may be construed to be in derogation of any powers or State laws in existence on July 1, 1975, but shall be regarded as supplemental and in addition to powers conferred by other laws.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 14-201 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-201
§14–201.
Status: in_force

There is a State Board for Professional Engineers in the Department.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 14-222 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-222
§14–222.
Status: in_force

(a) After passing a stop order, the Commissioner promptly shall send to the applicant or registrant a notice that:

(1) states that the stop order has been passed;

(2) states the reasons for the stop order; and

(3) informs the applicant or registrant of the right to a hearing under this section.

(b) (1) The applicant or registrant may submit to the Commissioner a written request for a hearing on the stop order.

(2) The Commissioner shall schedule a hearing within 15 business days after the Commissioner receives the request unless the applicant or registrant consents to a later date.

(3) The Commissioner may schedule a hearing even if the applicant or registrant does not request a hearing.

(c) (1) If a hearing is not requested and is not scheduled by the Commissioner and therefore is not held, the stop order remains in effect until the Commissioner modifies or vacates it.

(2) If a hearing is held, after the hearing, the Commissioner may modify or vacate the stop order or extend it until the Commissioner makes a final determination.

(3) The Commissioner may modify or vacate a stop order if the Commissioner finds that:

(i) conditions have changed; or

(ii) it is otherwise in the public interest to vacate or modify the stop order.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 14-604 — MD Code / Article get / Title 14 / Subtitle 6 / Section 14-604
§14–604.
Status: in_force

A trustee or other person who reasonably relies on the validity of a distribution of trust property to another trust or on a modification of a trust under this subtitle, the law of this State, or the law of any other jurisdiction is not liable to any person for any act or failure to act as a result of the reliance.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-201 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-201
§14–201.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Collector” means a person collecting or attempting to collect an alleged debt arising out of a consumer transaction.

(c) “Consumer transaction” means any transaction involving a person seeking or acquiring real or personal property, services, money, or credit for personal, family, or household purposes.

(d) “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.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 14-302 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 14 / Subtitle 3 / Section 14-302
§14–302.
Status: in_force

(a) The General Assembly recognizes the Governor’s broad authority in the exercise of the police power of the State to provide adequate control over persons and conditions during impending or actual public emergencies.

(b) This subtitle shall be broadly construed to carry out the purpose of this subtitle.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 14-604 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 14 / Subtitle 6 / Section 14-604
§14–604.
Status: in_force

The Governor’s Office of Small, Minority, and Women Business Affairs shall:

(1) adopt regulations to implement this subtitle;

(2) establish procedures for tracking and reporting participation of veteran–owned small business enterprises under this subtitle; and

(3) on or before December 1 of each year, report to the Legislative Policy Committee on:

(i) the number and dollar value of contracts awarded to veteran–owned small business enterprises under this subtitle, including the total dollar value of payments made to veteran–owned small business enterprises under existing contracts; and

(ii) an evaluation of the effectiveness of the program under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Insurance § 14-120 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 14 / Subtitle 1 / Section 14-120
§14–120.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “group health care” means a practice by which an affiliate or subsidiary of a nonprofit health service plan engages the services of health care specialists who provide health care at predetermined locations in accordance with a prepaid health plan.

(b) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a corporation subject to this subtitle may invest its funds only in assets allowed for the investment of the funds of life insurers under §§ 5-101 and 5-102 and Title 5, Subtitle 5 of this article.

(2) If the Commissioner determines that a corporation subject to this subtitle is engaged principally in the business of group health care rather than the sale of an insurance product or plan described in § 14-102 of this subtitle, the Commissioner may allow the corporation to invest a sum not to exceed 50% of its assets in real estate for use as medical facilities and fixed medical equipment to be used solely for the purpose of engaging in group health care.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 14-1324 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 14 / Subtitle 13 / Section 14-1324
§14–1324.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies to the operator of a website that charges a fee to remove an arrest or detention photograph or digital image.

(b) An individual may request an operator of a website to remove the individual’s photograph or digital image from the operator’s website if:

(1) The photograph or digital image was taken during the arrest or detention of the individual for a criminal or traffic charge or suspected violation of a criminal or traffic law; and

(2) (i) The court record or police record that contained the photograph or digital image was expunged under Title 10, Subtitle 1 of the Criminal Procedure Article;

(ii) The individual has successfully petitioned a court to have the court record or police record that contained the photograph or digital image shielded or otherwise removed from public inspection; or

(iii) The individual has successfully petitioned a court to vacate the judgment that resulted from the arrest or detention.

(c) An individual shall make a request for removal of a photograph or digital image under subsection (b) of this section by:

(1) Written request sent by certified mail; or

(2) Electronic mail using an electronic postmark if the operator makes available a secure electronic mail connection on the operator’s website.

(d) An operator of a website shall remove the photograph or digital image of an individual within 30 days after receiving a request under subsection (c) of this section.

(e) Within 5 business days after removing a photograph or digital image of an individual, the operator of a website shall send a written confirmation of the removal to the individual.

(f) An operator of a website may not charge an individual for the removal of the individual’s photograph or digital image under this section.

(g) A violation of this section is:

(1) An unfair or deceptive trade practice within the meaning of Title 13 of this article; and

(2) Subject to the enforcement and penalty provisions contained in Title 13 of this article.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 14-223 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-223
§14–223.
Status: in_force

A franchisor may not sell a franchise in the State without first giving a prospective franchisee a copy of the offering prospectus and a copy of each proposed agreement that relates to the sale of the franchise at the earlier of:

(1) 14 calendar days before the execution by the prospective franchisee of any binding agreement with the franchisor;

(2) 14 calendar days before payment of any consideration that relates to the franchise relationship; or

(3) a reasonable request by a prospective franchisee to receive a copy of the offering prospectus.
Md. Code, Insurance § 14-203 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-203
§14–203.
Status: in_force

The Commissioner may adopt regulations to enforce this subtitle.
Md. Code, Health - General § 14-2A-03 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 14 / Subtitle 2A / Section 14-2A-03
§14–2A–03.
Status: in_force

§14–2A–03. IN EFFECT

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL DECEMBER 31, 2025 PER CHAPTER 437 OF 2022 //

(a) There is a Task Force on the Howard County and Montgomery County Adult Day Health Care Services Pilot Program.

(b) The Task Force consists of the following members:

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

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

(3) One representative of the Howard County government, designated by the Howard County Executive;

(4) One representative of the Montgomery County government, designated by the Montgomery County Executive;

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

(6) The Secretary, or the Secretary’s designee; and

(7) The following members, appointed by the Governor:

(i) Two representatives of the Maryland Association of Adult Day Services;

(ii) One representative of the home health care industry;

(iii) One representative of the Maryland Managed Care Organization Association; and

(iv) One representative of the Greater Maryland and the National Capital Area chapters of the Alzheimer’s Association.

(c) The Governor shall designate the chair of the Task Force.

(d) Howard County and Montgomery County jointly shall provide staff for the Task Force.

(e) A member of the Task Force:

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

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

(f) The Task Force shall:

(1) Examine the status of medical adult day care in the State, including the provision of home health care and medical services to enrollees in medical adult day care programs;

(2) Review and evaluate the list of required services provided under § 14–2A–02(d) of this subtitle;

(3) Review and evaluate the efficacy of providing services using an integrator;

(4) Identify and measure any enhanced continuity of care, using the integrator model, that would allow enrollees to remain in their homes and the community, defer treatment in higher levels of care such as nursing homes, and reduce the incidence of treatment in acute care settings;

(5) Identify and measure any reduction in unnecessary utilization of emergency medical services by enrollees;

(6) Identify and compare differences and similarities between the pilot program, using the integrator model, and the features of the Program for All–Inclusive Care of the Elderly (PACE), including differences and similarities in the populations served;

(7) Identify and measure other potential benefits of the integrator model, such as greater social interaction, additional transportation options, avoidance of food insecurity, and monitoring the administration of medications; and

(8) Make recommendations regarding the implementation of the pilot program on a statewide basis.

(g) On or before October 1 each year, the Task Force shall report its findings and any recommendations to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 14-510.1 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 14 / Subtitle 5 / Section 14-510.1
§14–510.
Status: in_force

§14–510.1.

(a) For a hearing before a supervisor that relates to the value of property, the person making the appeal shall receive at least 14 days before the hearing:

(1) the assessment worksheet or card for the property that is the subject of the appeal; and

(2) the sales analysis for the neighborhood or property type of the property that is the subject of the appeal.

(b) The Department shall provide the information required under this section free of charge.

(c) (1) If a person making an appeal before a supervisor appears at the scheduled hearing and states that the Department has not provided the information required under this section, the Department shall immediately provide the information.

(2) If a person making an appeal receives the information required under this section for the first time on the date of the scheduled hearing, the hearing may be rescheduled at the option of the person making the appeal to a date that is 14 or more days after the previously scheduled hearing date.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 14-210 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 14 / Subtitle 2 / Section 14-210
§14–210.
Status: in_force

Any person aggrieved by any final action of the Board may take an appeal as allowed in §§ 10-222 and 10-223 of the State Government Article.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 14-5D-20 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 14 / Subtitle 5D / Section 14-5D-20
§14–5D–20.
Status: in_force

Subject to the evaluation and reestablishment provisions of the Maryland Program Evaluation Act and subject to the termination of this title under § 14–702 of this title, this subtitle and all rules and regulations adopted under this subtitle shall terminate and be of no effect after July 1, 2030.