Maryland § 15-405

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 15-405, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 15-405.

    (a)    This section applies only in Calvert County.

    (b)    (1)    The State’s Attorney’s salary is equal to the salary of a circuit court judge.

        (2)    A salary increase shall take effect at the beginning of the elected term of office and may not increase during the term of office.

    (c)    (1)    Subject to approval of the county commissioners, the State’s Attorney shall appoint a deputy State’s Attorney and an assistant State’s Attorney, as needed.

        (2)    The county commissioners shall set the salaries of the deputy and assistant State’s Attorneys.

        (3)    The deputy and assistant State’s Attorneys:

            (i)    shall serve at the pleasure of the State’s Attorney;

            (ii)    shall perform work as directed by the State’s Attorney; and

            (iii)    may present cases to the grand jury, sign indictments and criminal informations, and perform other functions necessary to the operation of the Office.

    (d)    The State’s Attorney shall serve full time and may not engage in the private practice of law.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 15-405

What does Maryland Code § 15-405 cover?

Section 15-405 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.

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