Maryland § 6-204
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 6-204, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-204.
(a) For a hearing or inquiry that the Executive Director or a local licensing board may hold or make, the Executive Director or a local licensing board may issue summonses for witnesses and administer oaths or affirmations to the witnesses.
(b) A summons shall be served by the sheriff.
(c) (1) The official issuing a summons may petition the circuit court if a witness summoned neglects or refuses to attend a hearing or inquiry for which the witness was summoned or refuses to testify.
(2) The court may proceed by attachment against the witness as if the witness had been summoned to appear in a case pending before the court and had neglected or refused to do so.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 6-204
What does Maryland Code § 6-204 cover?
Section 6-204 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 § 6-204?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 6-204" (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 § 6-204 apply to my situation?
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