Maryland § 10-246
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 10-246, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-246.
(a) Administration of this Compact shall not interfere with the management and control of the Director of the FBI over the FBI’s collection and dissemination of criminal history records and the advisory function of the FBI’s Advisory Policy Board (APB) chartered under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) for all purposes other than noncriminal justice.
(b) Nothing in this Compact shall require the FBI to obligate or expend funds beyond those appropriated to the FBI.
(c) Nothing in this Compact shall diminish or lessen the obligations, responsibilities, and authorities of any state, whether a party state or a nonparty state, or of any criminal history records repository or other subdivision or component thereof, under the Departments of State, Justice, and Commerce, the Judiciary, and Related Agencies Appropriation Act, 1973 (Public Law 92-544), or regulations and guidelines promulgated thereunder, including the rules and procedures promulgated by the Council under Section 10-244 of this subtitle, regarding the use and dissemination of criminal history records and information.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 10-246
What does Maryland Code § 10-246 cover?
Section 10-246 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 § 10-246?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 10-246" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.
How does Maryland § 10-246 apply to my situation?
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