Maryland § 10-1303

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 10-1303, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 10-1303.

    When a unit is destroying records of an individual that contain personal information of the individual, the unit shall take reasonable steps to protect against unauthorized access to or use of the personal information, taking into account:

        (1)    the sensitivity of the records;

        (2)    the nature of the unit and its operations;

        (3)    the costs and benefits of different destruction methods; and

        (4)    available technology.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 10-1303

What does Maryland Code § 10-1303 cover?

Section 10-1303 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 § 10-1303?

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