Maryland § 24-807
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 24-807, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 24-807.
(a) (1) Each Program participant shall be issued an identification card with an identification number.
(2) The identification number shall be cross-indexed to a confidential record containing pertinent data on the participant.
(b) Any information obtained by the Program that would identify Program participants, including Program records, is:
(1) Confidential;
(2) Not open to public inspection or disclosure; and
(3) Not discoverable in any criminal or civil proceeding.
(c) (1) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (b) of this section, upon the written consent of a Program participant, information obtained by the Program that identifies the Program participant may be released or disclosed to a person or agency participating in the Program.
(2) In addition to the provisions of paragraph (1) of this subsection, if a Program participant raises the issue of participation in the Program either as a subject matter or legal defense in an administrative, civil, or criminal proceeding, the Program participant waives the confidentiality as to identity provided under subsection (b)(1) of this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 24-807
What does Maryland Code § 24-807 cover?
Section 24-807 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 § 24-807?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 24-807" (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 § 24-807 apply to my situation?
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