Maryland § 11-206
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 11-206, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11-206.
(a) Except as provided in subsections (b) and (c) of this section:
(1) employees in a class are to be laid off based on seniority points; and
(2) the employee in the class with less seniority points shall be laid off before others in the class with higher seniority points.
(b) If two or more employees in the same class have an equal number of seniority points, the employee with less points for total State employment shall be laid off first.
(c) If two or more employees in the same class have an equal number of seniority points and the same number of points for total State employment, the appointing authority shall:
(1) determine which employee to retain by making a written evaluation of the skills, knowledge, or abilities of each employee; and
(2) submit the evaluation to the Secretary.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 11-206
What does Maryland Code § 11-206 cover?
Section 11-206 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 § 11-206?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 11-206" (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 § 11-206 apply to my situation?
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