Maryland § 13-204

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-204, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 13-204.

    (a)    A grain dealer shall:

        (1)    Keep grain records showing the amount of grain bought, received, exchanged, or stored in the dealer’s grain business;

        (2)    Keep grain records at each place of business or at a central location within the State;

        (3)    Keep grain records for 3 years; and

        (4)    Make grain records available to the Secretary upon request.

    (b)    (1)    If the Secretary reasonably believes that a person is acting as a grain dealer, and refuses to make business records available upon request, the Secretary may subpoena the business records of that person.

        (2)    If a person fails to comply with a subpoena issued under this section, on petition of the Secretary, a court of competent jurisdiction may compel obedience to the subpoena and the production of business records.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-204

What does Maryland Code § 13-204 cover?

Section 13-204 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 § 13-204?

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