Maryland § 10-904
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 10-904, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-904.
(a) A correctional officer may not be required or requested to disclose an item of the correctional officer’s property, income, assets, source of income, debts, or personal or domestic expenditures, including those of a member of the correctional officer’s family or household, unless the disclosure is required by federal or State law or the information is necessary to investigate a possible conflict of interest with respect to the performance of the correctional officer’s duties.
(b) A correctional officer may not be discharged, disciplined, or demoted, denied promotion, transfer, or reassignment, or otherwise discriminated against in regard to the correctional officer’s employment or be threatened with that treatment because the correctional officer:
(1) has exercised or demanded the rights granted by this subtitle; or
(2) has lawfully exercised constitutional rights.
(c) The right of a correctional officer to bring suit arising out of the correctional officer’s duties as a correctional officer may not be abridged by rule, regulation, or policy.
(d) A correctional officer may waive any or all of the rights under this subtitle if:
(1) the waiver is signed and acknowledged by the correctional officer; and
(2) the waiver is given after the correctional officer is given an opportunity to consult with legal counsel selected by the correctional officer or a representative from the correctional officer’s employee organization.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 10-904
What does Maryland Code § 10-904 cover?
Section 10-904 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 § 10-904?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 10-904" (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 § 10-904 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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