Maryland § 1-204
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 1-204, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1-204.
(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
(2) “Eligible spouse” has the meaning stated in § 7–207 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article.
(3) “Eligible veteran” has the meaning stated in § 7–207 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article.
(b) (1) If a county or municipality uses a selection test for the hiring or appointment of employees, the county or municipality may adopt a local law that allows for the application of a credit of 10 points, or its equivalent, on a selection test for:
(i) an eligible spouse;
(ii) an eligible veteran;
(iii) the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service–connected disability; or
(iv) the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran.
(2) A local law adopted under paragraph (1) of this subsection:
(i) may allow for the application of a credit of two additional points, or its equivalent, on any selection test for a former prisoner of war; and
(ii) if necessary, shall clarify the application of any special credit applied under § 1–205 of this subtitle.
(c) The following applicants are ineligible for a credit under this subsection:
(1) a current employee of a county or municipality; and
(2) an eligible veteran who is convicted of a crime after being discharged from or completing military service.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 1-204
What does Maryland Code § 1-204 cover?
Section 1-204 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.
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