Maryland § 13A-909
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13A-909, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13A-909.
(a) (1) The senior force judge advocate shall detail a judge advocate as appellate government counsel to represent the State in the review or appeal of cases specified in § 13A–908 of this subtitle and before any federal court when requested to do so by the State Attorney General.
(2) Appellate government counsel must be a member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of the state to which the appeal is taken.
(b) On an appeal by the State, an accused has the right to be represented by detailed military counsel before any reviewing authority and before any appellate court.
(c) On the appeal by an accused, the accused has the right to be represented by military counsel before any reviewing authority.
(d) On the request of an accused entitled to be so represented, the senior force judge advocate shall appoint a judge advocate to represent the accused in the review or appeal of cases specified in subsections (b) and (c) of this section.
(e) An accused may be represented by civilian appellate counsel at no expense to the State.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13A-909
What does Maryland Code § 13A-909 cover?
Section 13A-909 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 § 13A-909?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 13A-909" (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 § 13A-909 apply to my situation?
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