Maryland § 10-502
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 10-502, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-502.
(a) If a person does not file a federal income tax return, the person shall compute Maryland taxable income in accordance with the cash or accrual accounting method that:
(1) the person uses to compute income regularly in keeping the person’s books; or
(2) the Comptroller requires to reflect clearly the person’s income.
(b) If a person does not file a federal income tax return, the person shall compute Maryland taxable income:
(1) for the calendar year; or
(2) if the person keeps adequate records for an annual fiscal year accounting period, for the fiscal year.
Source: official Maryland text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 10-502
What does Maryland Code § 10-502 cover?
Section 10-502 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 § 10-502?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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