Maryland § 10-812
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 10-812, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-812.
(a) The Behavioral Health Administration may ask the Developmental Disabilities Administration to accept primary responsibility for an individual in or eligible for admission to a mental health residential facility, if the Behavioral Health Administration finds that the individual would be provided for more appropriately in a program for individuals with developmental disability.
(b) The Developmental Disabilities Administration shall determine whether transfer to a program for individuals with developmental disability is appropriate.
(c) A dispute over a transfer of an individual from the Behavioral Health Administration to the Developmental Disabilities Administration shall be resolved, in accordance with procedures that the Secretary sets, on request of:
(1) The Behavioral Health Administration; or
(2) The Developmental Disabilities Administration.
(d) The Director of the Behavioral Health Administration shall give an individual the opportunity for a hearing on the proposed transfer.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 10-812
What does Maryland Code § 10-812 cover?
Section 10-812 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 § 10-812?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 10-812" (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 § 10-812 apply to my situation?
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