Maryland § 1-504

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 1-504, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1-504.

    (a)    The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Maryland shall certify to the Governor for inclusion without revision in each State budget an appropriation not to exceed $500,000 to pay rent directly to counties for space occupied in county facilities by clerks of the circuit courts, as provided in this section.

    (b)    To the extent provided in the State budget the rent shall be calculated per net usable square foot, with no additional reimbursement of maintenance and utility cost.

    (c)    Unless the Administrative Office of the Courts and a county agree otherwise, the county may not decrease the net usable square footage allocated to the clerk of the circuit court for the county below the net usable square footage allotted for fiscal year 2002.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 1-504

What does Maryland Code § 1-504 cover?

Section 1-504 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 § 1-504?

A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 1-504" (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 § 1-504 apply to my situation?

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