Maryland § 13-1210

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-1210, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 13-1210.

    (a)    A meeting of a local team shall be closed to the public and not subject to Title 3 of the General Provisions Article when a local team is discussing individual cases of maternal deaths.

    (b)    Subject to subsection (c) of this section, a meeting of a local team shall be open to the public and subject to Title 3 of the General Provisions Article when the local team is not discussing individual cases of maternal deaths.

    (c)    (1)    During a public meeting, information may not be disclosed that identifies:

            (i)    A deceased woman; or

            (ii)    A family member, guardian, or caretaker of a deceased woman.

        (2)    During a public meeting, information may not be disclosed regarding the involvement of any agency with:

            (i)    A deceased woman; or

            (ii)    A family member, guardian, or caretaker of a deceased woman.

    (d)    This section does not prohibit a local team from requesting the attendance at a team meeting of an individual who has information relevant to the team’s performance of its purpose and duties.

    (e)    A violation of this section is a misdemeanor and is punishable by a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 90 days or both.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-1210

What does Maryland Code § 13-1210 cover?

Section 13-1210 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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