Maryland Law Resources
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The Code of Maryland is the most current public record of all statutes still in force in the State of Maryland. The Commission to Revise the Annotated Code was appointed by the Maryland legislature on July 16, 1970, led by then-Senate President William S. James.
Beginning in the late 1950s, The Michie Company (a publishing firm in Charlottesville, Virginia) has been publishing revisions to The Annotated Code of Maryland . Between 1957 and 1973, these were printed in large black volumes on paper. The word "Annotated" in the title refers to a variety of relevant information which may be appended to the text of a specific law. This information may include references to earlier editions of the Code, appellate court decisions where the point of law was quoted or cited, a discussion of the way the law was applied in a specific case, or a reference to a legal periodical article on the subject.
This revision process, known as codification, was scheduled to be completed by 2016. Each of the newly-printed red volumes covers a major subject area such as Agriculture, Criminal Law, Education, Environment, etc. Subjects are divided into titles, subtitles, and sections, as in Agriculture § 3-101.
Citation Format The standard legal abbreviation for Michie's Annotated Code of Maryland is Md. Code Ann. The article or subject volume is subdivided into numbered title, subtitle, and section (preceded by the section symbol §) with further subdivisions as necessary. Examples: Education § 87-111 or Art. 25 § 104.
See below for access to the Annotated Code of Maryland in (1) Databases, and (2) Print.
For versions of the Code without annotation, or earlier codifications, see (3) Free Online Sources.
(1) Electronic Databases - Onsite Access and Limited Remote Access
Access available at all UM Libraries' locations through the Database Finder ( https://www.lib.umd.edu/dbfinder ). Remote access is limited to University of Maryland staff and students.
Nexis Uni (formerly LexisNexis Academic) provides fulltext to news, business and legal information. Newspapers date back to the 1970's. Please Note: The Washington Post is no longer included in Nexis Uni.The National Newspapers Core database includes the Washington Post.
(2) Printed Works - Onsite Access
- The annotated code of the public general laws of Maryland (by The Michie Company) Call Number: KFM1230 1973.A4 LOCATIONS: Hornbake Library Maryland Room Maryland Stacks Latest edition in Hornbake Library Maryland Room Maryland Reference. Updated with supplements. There is a two volume subject index to Michie's Annotated Code of Maryland. To search the index, follow these tips: Use the principal subject, not the secondary, e.g. laws on speeding motor vehicles are under Motor Vehicles, not under Speed. Use the noun, not the adjective or participle, e.g. Life Insurance is under Insurance, not under Life. If you are experiencing difficulty using the general index, try the table of contents to the article of the code where the statute might be located.
- List of Volumes printed by Michie, as of July 2016 Current Print Volumes (list)
(3) Free Online Sources - Unannotated Code
- Maryland Code and Court Rules by Westlaw Online access to the Unannotated Maryland Code and Court Rules. Search by natural language and citation is available.
- Statute Text from Maryland State Legislature Select the article and section of the Maryland Code to display text of law (no annotations).
- Archives of Maryland, Codes, Compilations of Laws, Rules and Regulations Links to texts of earlier Maryland Codes are available at Archives of Maryland Online.
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Regulations
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Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR)
The Code of Maryland Regulations, often referred to as COMAR, is the official compilation of all administrative regulations issued by agencies of the state of Maryland. Regulations governing the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) fall under Title 13A.
Regulatory Review Process
MSDE regulations are regularly evaluated and updated. The purpose of the review is to determine whether the regulations are necessary for the public interest, continue to be supported by statutory authority and judicial opinion, or are appropriate for amendment or repeal. Each newly proposed regulation is published in the Maryland Register . The Maryland Register is an official publication of the State of Maryland that is published every two weeks. Every proposal describes how and when to submit comments. Additional published information includes comparison to Federal Standards, and economic impacts on agencies, industries, and small businesses.
The following are resources for State and Federal laws and regulations that govern MSDE activities:
Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) Online Search
Annotated Code of Maryland – Education Article
The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)
Note on statutes versus regulations
The Legislature enacts statutes. Administrative agencies adopt, amend and repeal regulations under the authority granted to them by statutes. Unless the Legislature has created an exemption, agencies must follow the procedures in the Administrative Procedure Act when adopting, amending or repealing regulations.
Other Related Links
Maryland State Board of Education
Maryland State Department of Education
MSDE Regulations – Status Updates
Maryland Manual Online – State Department of Education
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Article - Education §1-101. (a) In this article, unless the context requires otherwise, the following words have the meanings indicated. ... Acts of the General Assembly of 2016 is necessary to transform Maryland's education system to world-class student achievement levels. (b) This subtitle constitutes the public policy of the State. ...
2013 Maryland Code. EDUCATION. Division I - DEFINITIONS; GENERAL PROVISIONS. § 1-201 - Free schools. § 1-202 - Article applicable to Baltimore City. § 2-101 - Establishment. § 2-102 - State Board as head of Department. § 2-103 - State Superintendent responsible for administration of Department. § 2-104 - Professional assistants to Department.
The Maryland Code is a compilation of the statutes and is generally organized by subject (e.g., Criminal Law Article, Family Law Article). The Supreme Court of Maryland, the highest court, promulgates rules that govern the practice and procedure in state courts. ... Annotated versions of the current and superseded Maryland Code are available at ...
West's Annotated Code of Maryland . Education (Refs & Annos) Division II. Elementary and Secondary Education [Titles 2-9.5] (Refs & Annos) Title 4. Local School Administration (Refs & Annos) ... MD Code, Education, § 4-205, MD EDUC § 4-205. Current through legislation effective through April 25, 2024, from the 2024 Regular Session of the ...
Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education. Division III - Higher Education. Division IV - Other Education Provisions. Previous Next. Disclaimer: These codes may not be the most recent version. Maryland may have more current or accurate information. We make no warranties or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the ...
The standard legal abbreviation for Michie's Annotated Code of Maryland is Md. Code Ann. The article or subject volume is subdivided into numbered title, subtitle, and section (preceded by the section symbol §) with further subdivisions as necessary. Examples: Education § 87-111 or Art. 25 § 104.
Maryland General Assembly. *** EDUCATION DIVISION II. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION TITLE 7. PUBLIC SCHOOLS SUBTITLE 3. ATTENDANCE AND DISCIPLINE OF STUDENTS Md. EDUCATION Code Ann. § 7-301 (2017) THIS SECTION HAS MORE THAN ONE DOCUMENT WITH VARYING EFFECTIVE DATES. § 7-301. Compulsory attendance (Amendment effective July 1, 2017.)
Education /. § 7-301. Maryland Code, Education § 7-301. Current as of December 31, 2021 | Updated by FindLaw Staff. (a) This section does not apply to a child under the age of 18 years who: (1) Has obtained a Maryland high school diploma, an equivalent out-of-state high school diploma, or a GED; (2) Is a student with disabilities and has ...
West's Annotated Code of Maryland Education Effective: February 29, 2020. West's Annotated Code of Maryland . Education (Refs & Annos) Division III. Higher Education [Titles 10-20] (Refs & Annos) ... MD Code, Education, § 15-106.8, MD EDUC § 15-106.8. Current through legislation effective through April 9, 2023, from the 2024 Regular Session ...
West's Annotated Code of Maryland Education Effective: July 1, 2023. West's Annotated Code of Maryland . Education (Refs & Annos) Division III. Higher Education [Titles 10-20] (Refs & Annos) ... MD Code, Education, § 16-701, MD EDUC § 16-701. Current through legislation effective through April 25, 2024, from the 2024 Regular Session of the ...
Annotated Code of Maryland - Education Article. The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Note on statutes versus regulations. The Legislature enacts statutes. Administrative agencies adopt, amend and repeal regulations under the authority granted to them by statutes. Unless the Legislature has created an exemption, agencies must follow the ...
Division I. Definitions; General Provisions Title 1. Division II. Elementary and Secondary Education Titles 2-9.5. FindLaw Codes may not reflect the most recent version of the law in your jurisdiction. Please verify the status of the code you are researching with the state legislature or via Westlaw before relying on it for your legal needs.
Maryland Code, Education § 7-404. (a) (1) Each county board or county health department shall provide hearing and vision screenings for all students in the public schools. (ii) In any nonpublic educational facility in this State approved as a special education facility by the Department. (b) (1) Unless evidence is presented that a student has ...
Code of Maryland. Article - EDUCATION. Division II - ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION. Title 7 - PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Title 7 - PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Browse as List; Search Within; Subtitle 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 7-101 — 7-134) Subtitle 1A - PUBLICLY FUNDED FULL-DAY PREKINDERGARTEN PROGRAMS (§§ 7-1A-01 — 7-1A-09)
2019 Maryland Code Education Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education Title 6 - Teachers and Other Personnel Subtitle 1 - Personnel Matters § 6-113.2. Child sexual abuse and sexual misconduct prevention -- Positions involving direct contact with minors.
Part I presents Title 16 of the annotated code of Maryland which applies to the state's community colleges. This provision includes five sub-titles which cover: (1) the establishment, composition, officers, staff, powers, and duties of the State Board for Community Colleges; (2) the organization and governance of community colleges, including ...
Maryland Code, Education § 7-101. (a) All individuals who are 5 years old or older and under 21 shall be admitted free of charge to the public schools of this State. (b) (1) Except as provided in § 7-301 of this title and in paragraph (2) of this subsection, each child shall attend a public school in the county where the child is domiciled ...
Annotated Code of Maryland, Education Article §2-304 and COMAR 13A.09.09D (3). The state board of education requires each private school to report annually, on or before Aug, 31, the school's enrollment and courses of study on forms provided by the Board. Annotated Code of Maryland, Education Article §2-205 (n).
There is a newer version of the Maryland Code . 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 Other previous versions. View our newest version here. Maryland Education Section 5-112 Article - Education § 5-112. (a) This section does not apply to: (1) Contracts for the purchase of books and other materials of instruction as defined in the State Department of ...
Maryland Code, Education § 2-206. (a) In this section, " noncollegiate educational institution " means a school or other institution that offers an educational program but is not an institution of postsecondary education, as defined in § 10-101 of this article. (iii) Individuals or entities that offer or arrange for a supplemental ...
Annotated Code of Maryland (2022 Replacement Volume and 2023 Supplement) BY repealing and reenacting, with amendments, Article - Education . ... of the Education Article or other payments of State aid to the county that by law are based on the assessment of property. 9-205. (i) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, to ...
Article 27. Crimes and Punishments [Repealed] Article 27a to Article 40a [Repealed and Transferred] Article 41 to Article 69 [Repealed and Transferred] Article 70 to Article 101 [Repealed and Transferred] Maryland Rules. Discovery Guidelines of the Maryland State Bar Association. Internal Operating Rules of the Court of Appeals of Maryland.
There is a newer version of the Maryland Code . 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 Other previous versions. View our newest version here. Maryland Education Section 4-205 Article - Education § 4-205. (a) In addition to the other powers granted and duties imposed under this article, the county superintendent has the powers and duties set forth in this ...