Maryland § 7-107
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 7-107, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-107.
(a) A person who obtains property or a service by a bad check under the circumstances described in Title 8, Subtitle 1 of this article may not be prosecuted for theft under this part unless that person:
(1) makes a false representation that there are sufficient funds in the drawee bank to cover the check; and
(2) commits deception as provided under § 7-104(b) or (e) of this part.
(b) If a person is prosecuted for theft under this section, the presumptions of § 8-104 of this article apply to the same extent as if the person were prosecuted under § 7-104 of this part.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 7-107
What does Maryland Code § 7-107 cover?
Section 7-107 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 § 7-107?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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