Maryland § 13-102

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-102, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 13-102.

    This title does not apply:

        (1)    to an officer or employee of any unit of the United States, of any state, or of any county, municipal corporation, or other political subdivision of any state, while performing a duty of the office or employment;

        (2)    to a lawyer, while performing any activity that relates to the lawyer’s regular practice of law in the State;

        (3)    to an individual who, as a regular part-time or full-time employee of a lawyer, provides services that relate to the lawyer’s regular practice of law in the State;

        (4)    to an individual who is regularly and exclusively employed as an investigator or in any other capacity by a person who is not engaged in the business of providing private detective services, while performing any duty of the employment;

        (5)    to a person who is licensed to engage in insurance business of any kind in the State, while conducting that business, or to any employee or licensed agent of that person, while conducting that business;

        (6)    to an independent insurance adjuster, while conducting the business of an insurance adjuster;

        (7)    to a person while conducting an investigation solely for the person’s own account; or

        (8)    to a special police officer appointed and while performing under Title 3, Subtitle 3 of the Public Safety Article or § 16-16 of the Code of Public Local Laws of Baltimore City.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-102

What does Maryland Code § 13-102 cover?

Section 13-102 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 § 13-102?

A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 13-102" (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?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.

How does Maryland § 13-102 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

Sources & Verification

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Maryland.