Maryland § 1-1314
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 1-1314, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1-1314.
(a) This section applies to all counties and municipalities.
(b) (1) Within the first 12 months of employment, a new officer of a humane society or animal control shall satisfactorily complete at least 80 hours of training for animal care and control professionals that is approved by the appropriate unit of a county or municipality.
(2) The training shall include instruction on:
(i) animal cruelty investigations;
(ii) the association between animal abuse and the abuse of the elderly or domestic violence, as defined in § 4–701 of the Family Law Article;
(iii) the use of legal resources, including constitutional law, the Annotated Code of Maryland, and county codes;
(iv) lawful searches and seizures;
(v) professionalism and ethical standards;
(vi) evidence collection and the chain of custody;
(vii) preparation for civil and criminal proceedings, including basic trial principles and due process protections;
(viii) conflict resolution and officer safety, including physical and mental health; and
(ix) animal diseases and zoonosis.
(3) The unit of the county or municipality may require other training in addition to the training specified in paragraph (2) of this subsection.
(c) (1) An officer of a humane society or animal control shall satisfactorily complete at least 6 hours of continuing education approved by the appropriate unit of a county or municipality every year.
(2) The continuing education shall include instruction on the current laws applicable to officers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 1-1314
What does Maryland Code § 1-1314 cover?
Section 1-1314 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 § 1-1314?
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