Maryland § 7-303
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 7-303, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-303.
(a) Before any hearing on parole release, the Commission shall give the incarcerated individual adequate and timely written notice of:
(1) the date, time, and place of the hearing; and
(2) the factors that the Commission or hearing examiner will consider in determining whether the incarcerated individual is suitable for parole.
(b) (1) (i) Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the notice also shall indicate that, before the hearing, the incarcerated individual or the incarcerated individual’s representative may, on request, examine any document that the Commission or hearing examiner will use in determining whether the incarcerated individual is suitable for parole.
(ii) A document, or a portion of it, is not available for examination, if the Commission determines that:
1. the document or portion contains a diagnostic opinion;
2. the incarcerated individual’s knowledge of the document or portion would disrupt seriously a program of rehabilitation;
3. the document or portion contains sources of information obtained on a promise of confidentiality; or
4. the document or portion is otherwise privileged.
(iii) If the Commission determines that a document or a portion of it is not available for examination, the Commission shall notify the incarcerated individual that:
1. the document or portion is not available for examination; and
2. on request and if appropriate, the Commission will provide the incarcerated individual or the incarcerated individual’s representative with the substance of any information contained in the document or portion.
(2) The Commission shall delete the address and phone number of the victim or the victim’s designated representative from a document before the incarcerated individual or the incarcerated individual’s representative examines the document.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 7-303
What does Maryland Code § 7-303 cover?
Section 7-303 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 § 7-303?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 7-303" (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 § 7-303 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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