Maryland § 10-1701
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 10-1701, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-1701.
(a) In this section, “member” means an individual appointed for a fixed term to a board, committee, commission, task force, or workgroup created by State law.
(b) This section does not apply to the removal or suspension of a member from:
(1) a standing committee, as defined in § 2–101 of this article; or
(2) a committee established under Title 2 of this article.
(c) Except as otherwise provided by law, a member of a board, committee, commission, task force, or workgroup created by State law may be removed or suspended for misconduct, incompetence, neglect of duties, or other good cause by the individual or entity that appointed the member.
(d) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, an individual or entity that appointed a member may remove or suspend the member in accordance with subsection (c) of this section only after:
(i) consultation with the chair of the board, committee, commission, task force, or workgroup; and
(ii) the member has been given notice and an opportunity to be heard regarding the reason for removal or suspension.
(2) The requirements of paragraph (1)(i) of this subsection do not apply if the member being removed or suspended is the chair of the board, committee, commission, task force, or workgroup.
(e) Nothing in this section is intended to limit the rights of a member to express the member’s views on matters of public concern to the fullest extent protected for a public official, as defined in § 5–101 of the General Provisions Article, by the U.S. Constitution or by the Maryland Constitution.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 10-1701
What does Maryland Code § 10-1701 cover?
Section 10-1701 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 § 10-1701?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 10-1701" (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 § 10-1701 apply to my situation?
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