Maryland § 7-104
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 7-104, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-104.
(a) (1) Costs shall be allowed to or awarded against the State or one of its agencies or political subdivisions which is a party to an appeal from an executive, administrative, or judicial decision, in the same manner as costs are allowed to or awarded against a private litigant.
(2) The State, its agency, or the political subdivision shall pay the costs awarded against it.
(b) When notified by the Attorney General, the political subdivision in which a criminal case originated shall pay immediately the costs incurred by the State.
(c) If a defendant against whom costs are assessed in a criminal appeal fails to pay the costs to the political subdivision in which the case originated, the State’s Attorney for that political subdivision shall take the necessary steps to recover them.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 7-104
What does Maryland Code § 7-104 cover?
Section 7-104 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 § 7-104?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 7-104" (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 § 7-104 apply to my situation?
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