Maryland § 26-509
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 26-509, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 26-509.
(a) At a hearing under § 26–508 of this subtitle:
(1) the board of viewers and engineers shall be present; and
(2) any person may appear in person or by counsel and object to any part of the report.
(b) The county commissioners or county council shall consider carefully each objection presented under subsection (a) of this section.
(c) If possible at the hearing, the board of viewers may make changes to the report necessary to treat each concerned person equitably.
(d) The county commissioners or county council may:
(1) disapprove the report;
(2) return the report to the board of viewers for amendment or reconsideration in view of an objection presented; or
(3) approve the report as submitted or as amended.
(e) On approval of the report by the county commissioners or county council, the board of managers may install, operate, and maintain the drainage project described in the report.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 26-509
What does Maryland Code § 26-509 cover?
Section 26-509 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 § 26-509?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 26-509" (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 § 26-509 apply to my situation?
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