Maryland § 12-309
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 12-309, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-309.
(a) Each commissioner, the executive director, and each employee of an authority is:
(1) a local official for the purposes of Title 5, Subtitle 8, Part II of the General Provisions Article and subject to local ethics laws; and
(2) an employee of a local government for the purposes of Title 5, Subtitle 3 of the Courts and Judicial Proceedings Article and entitled to the protections of the Local Government Tort Claims Act.
(b) A commissioner of an authority is not liable for a statement made or action taken in good faith in the exercise or performance of a power or duty of the commissioner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 12-309
What does Maryland Code § 12-309 cover?
Section 12-309 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 § 12-309?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 12-309" (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 § 12-309 apply to my situation?
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