Maryland § 1-203
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 1-203, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1-203.
(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
(2) “Certificate of guarantee” means an instrument that is issued:
(i) by a nonprofit association of contractors, or its wholly owned subsidiary that is approved to operate by Baltimore County, Baltimore City, Calvert County, Charles County, Howard County, Prince George’s County, Montgomery County, St. Mary’s County, or Washington County, as appropriate; and
(ii) on behalf of a contractor for the purpose of satisfying:
1. county bond requirements for public improvements; or
2. other county bond requirements.
(3) “Contractor” means a person that, for a fixed price, commission, fee, or percentage, undertakes to bid on or accepts or offers to accept orders or contracts to perform or supervise the construction, improvement, or maintenance of a building, structure, or road.
(b) This article does not apply to a certificate of guarantee.
(c) Baltimore County, Baltimore City, Calvert County, Charles County, Howard County, Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, St. Mary’s County, and Washington County:
(1) may honor certificates of guarantee; but
(2) are not required under this article to honor certificates of guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 1-203
What does Maryland Code § 1-203 cover?
Section 1-203 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 § 1-203?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 1-203" (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 § 1-203 apply to my situation?
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