Maryland § 26-209
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 26-209, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 26-209.
(a) All members, employees, and inspectors of the Board are subject to the county’s public ethics laws enacted under § 5–807 of the General Provisions Article to the same extent as a local official of the county.
(b) (1) A person may file a complaint with the county’s Office of Ethics and Accountability if the person believes that a member, an employee, or an inspector of the Board has violated:
(i) any provision of civil or criminal law, including laws against bribery, in connection with the performance of the duties of the member, employee, or inspector; or
(ii) any provision of the county’s public ethics laws.
(2) If a complaint is filed under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the county’s Office of Ethics and Accountability shall:
(i) investigate the complaint; and
(ii) if appropriate, refer the complaint to the State’s Attorney of the county for criminal prosecution.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 26-209
What does Maryland Code § 26-209 cover?
Section 26-209 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 § 26-209?
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