Maryland § 13-102
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-102, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-102.
(a) Money is prima facie contraband if a law enforcement officer in the State seizes the money in connection with an arrest for:
(1) unlawfully playing or operating a bookmaking scheme;
(2) unlawfully betting on a horse race, athletic event, lottery, or game; or
(3) using an unlawful gaming table or gaming device.
(b) (1) For purposes of this subsection, the Police Department of Baltimore City is not a State authority.
(2) All rights in, title to, and interest in money seized under subsection (a) of this section shall immediately vest in and to:
(i) the county or the municipal corporation, if the money is seized by the police of the local government, including a sheriff’s department that is the local law enforcement unit; or
(ii) the State, if the money is seized by a State authority.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-102
What does Maryland Code § 13-102 cover?
Section 13-102 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 § 13-102?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 13-102 apply to my situation?
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