Maryland § 11-916
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 11-916, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11-916.
(a) There is a State Victims of Crime Fund.
(b) (1) The Fund shall be used to pay for:
(i) carrying out Article 47 of the Maryland Declaration of Rights;
(ii) carrying out the guidelines for the treatment and assistance for victims and witnesses of crimes and delinquent acts provided in §§ 11–1002 and 11–1003 of this title;
(iii) carrying out any laws enacted to benefit victims and witnesses of crimes and delinquent acts; and
(iv) supporting child advocacy centers established under § 11–923(h) of this subtitle.
(2) The Fund may pay for the administrative costs of the Fund.
(c) The Board shall administer the Fund.
(d) Grants awarded by the Board shall be equitably distributed among all purposes of the Fund described in subsection (b) of this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 11-916
What does Maryland Code § 11-916 cover?
Section 11-916 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 § 11-916?
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