Maryland § 13-101
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-101, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-101.
(a) In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b) “Department” means the Military Department.
(c) “Maryland Defense Force” means the military force established under Subtitle 5 of this title.
(d) “National Guard” means the Maryland Army National Guard and Maryland Air National Guard.
(e) (1) “State active duty” means military duty performed in service of the State by a unit or member of the militia under orders issued by the Governor under Article II, § 8 of the Maryland Constitution or § 13-702 of this title.
(2) Unless the Governor specifically provides otherwise, “State active duty” does not include drill periods, preparation for drill periods, annual training, or other equivalent training or duty conducted under orders issued under Title 10 or Title 32 of the United States Code.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-101
What does Maryland Code § 13-101 cover?
Section 13-101 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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