Maryland § 12-613
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 12-613, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-613.
(a) (1) A resident of a county in which the governing body has decided to build or repair a bridge, including a bridge between the county and an adjoining county, may seek review of the decision in the circuit court if the resident:
(i) files before a contract for the building or repairing is awarded; and
(ii) alleges that the decision is inexpedient.
(2) The governing body of the county shall give the resident or the resident’s counsel full opportunity to examine the books and papers of the county relating to the decision to build or repair the bridge.
(3) The circuit court shall hear and decide the case according to justice and right with or without a jury as agreed to by the parties or ordered by the court.
(b) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the court shall allocate costs in a manner that the court determines just and equitable.
(2) If the court sustains the decision of the governing body of the county, the resident shall pay the costs.
(3) The governing body of the county shall pay any costs ordered by the court and all incidental expenses.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 12-613
What does Maryland Code § 12-613 cover?
Section 12-613 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.
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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