Maryland § 1-209

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 1-209, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1-209.

    (a)    In this section, “uniformed services” has the meaning stated in 38 U.S.C. § 4303 and 20 C.F.R. § 1002.5(o).

    (b)    This section applies to all employees of a governmental unit of a county or a municipality in the State.

    (c)    Each governmental unit may provide leave with pay:

        (1)    for jury service;

        (2)    to attend employee organization events approved for this purpose by the head of the governmental unit;

        (3)    for up to 30 days for uniformed services training or active uniformed services duty in a reserve unit of the armed forces or in the organized militia;

        (4)    unless the employee is a party to the action or a paid witness, to appear in compliance with a subpoena:

            (i)    in court;

            (ii)    before a grand jury;

            (iii)    before an administrative unit; or

            (iv)    for a deposition;

        (5)    for administrative leave for the purpose of immediately removing an employee from the work site, if the employee:

            (i)    poses a threat to self, another individual, or county or municipal property; or

            (ii)    is incapable of properly performing the employee’s duties because of extraordinary circumstances; and

        (6)    for any other paid leave the head of a governmental unit considers necessary.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 1-209

What does Maryland Code § 1-209 cover?

Section 1-209 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 § 1-209?

A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 1-209" (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 § 1-209 apply to my situation?

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