Maryland § 10-205
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 10-205, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-205.
(a) A recognizance ordered by the court under § 10-202 or § 10-204 of this subtitle shall be:
(1) in an amount that the court directs; and
(2) on the conditions that:
(i) if the individual is summoned to appear by the court within the 3-year probationary period, the individual shall appear; and
(ii) the individual shall pay support as ordered by the court.
(b) During the 3-year probationary period, if an individual fails to pay support under the court’s order, the court may proceed to try or sentence the individual.
(c) The court may order that a forfeited recognizance be paid wholly or partly as provided in § 10-202(c) or § 10-204(c) of this subtitle, as appropriate.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 10-205
What does Maryland Code § 10-205 cover?
Section 10-205 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 § 10-205?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 10-205" (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 § 10-205 apply to my situation?
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