Maryland § 13-402
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-402, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-402.
(a) A member of the National Guard has the same police power, authority, and status with respect to the enforcement of the law relating to criminal matters in the military area to which the member is assigned, as a law enforcement or peace officer has in the officer’s respective jurisdiction if:
(1) the Adjutant General designates the member as National Guard full-time support personnel under Title 32 of the United States Code;
(2) the Department controls or has jurisdiction over the member; and
(3) the member is acting as a National Guard member.
(b) A member of the National Guard has the immunities and defenses available to a law enforcement or peace officer in a criminal proceeding or civil suit brought because of an act performed in the course of employment and duty under this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-402
What does Maryland Code § 13-402 cover?
Section 13-402 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 § 13-402?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 13-402" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 13-402 apply to my situation?
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