Maryland § 13-703

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-703, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 13-703.

    (a)    Except as authorized under this title, a private detective agency may not provide any person with a badge or a certification card or other document indicating that any individual is a private detective.

    (b)    A certified private detective may not lend the private detective’s certification card or badge to another person or allow another person to use or display the card or badge.

    (c)    Regardless of any association that an individual may have with a private detective agency, unless authorized under this title, the individual may not wear or carry a badge that:

        (1)    represents that the individual is a private detective; or

        (2)    otherwise represents that the individual is associated with a private detective agency.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-703

What does Maryland Code § 13-703 cover?

Section 13-703 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 § 13-703?

A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 13-703" (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 § 13-703 apply to my situation?

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