Maryland § 11-412
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 11-412, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11-412.
(a) (1) The Secretary may enter the premises of any permit holder at any reasonable hour, to examine the weighing, measuring, sampling, testing procedures and apparatus, to take samples of milk or other fluid dairy products, or both, to inspect weights, measurements, and test results and to inspect and audit all books, papers, records, or related documents.
(2) The Secretary may enter on the property and premises of a producer to inspect and test all devices used to determine weight or measurement affecting the payment of milk or other fluid dairy products, to collect for analysis, a portion of milk or other fluid dairy products, and to observe the activities and procedures of any person required to possess a permit or license under this subtitle.
(b) Any person subject to this subtitle, and his agent or employee, shall present for inspection, the license issued under this subtitle, as required by rule or regulation, or on request of the Secretary.
(c) All information obtained by the Secretary from the records of any person shall be kept confidential by all officers and employees. Only the information required to be revealed in any proceedings brought under this subtitle may be disclosed. This section does not prohibit the compilation of statistical reports from the information acquired, if the compilation does not identify the person furnishing any specific information.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 11-412
What does Maryland Code § 11-412 cover?
Section 11-412 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 11-412?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 11-412" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 11-412 apply to my situation?
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