Maryland § 13-203
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-203, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-203.
In addition to any other of his powers and duties, the Attorney General:
(1) May recommend to the Governor and the General Assembly legislation to protect the public from fraudulent promoters and the schemes they propose;
(2) Shall appoint an assistant, whose salary shall be as provided in the budget, to perform the duties of assistant Attorney General in charge of consumer protection;
(3) Shall employ the investigators and clerical staff which he considers necessary to carry out the purpose of this subtitle; and
(4) May use the funds and employ the media which he considers necessary to:
(i) Fully acquaint the public and business community with the provisions of this title;
(ii) Educate the public as to nefarious schemes which might be foisted on the public;
(iii) Generally study consumer problems from the standpoint of value received by the consumer; and
(iv) Report periodically to the public.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-203
What does Maryland Code § 13-203 cover?
Section 13-203 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 § 13-203?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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