Maryland § 14-401
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 14-401, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-401.
(a) (1) Subject to the provisions of this subtitle, a professional engineer may practice engineering for others through:
(i) a corporation as an officer, employee, or agent of the corporation;
(ii) a limited liability company as a member, employee, or agent of the limited liability company; or
(iii) a partnership as a partner, employee, or agent of the partnership.
(2) Subject to the provisions of this subtitle, a corporation, limited liability company, or partnership may provide engineering services through one or more professional engineers.
(b) A professional engineer who practices engineering through a corporation, limited liability company, or partnership under this subtitle shall be subject to all of the provisions of this title that relate to practicing engineering.
(c) (1) A corporation, limited liability company, or partnership that provides engineering services under this subtitle is not, by its compliance with this subtitle, relieved of any responsibility that the corporation, limited liability company, or partnership may have for an act or omission of its officer, member, partner, employee, or agent.
(2) An individual who practices engineering through a corporation, limited liability company, or partnership is not, by reason of the individual’s employment or other relationship with the corporation, limited liability company, or partnership, relieved of any professional responsibility that the individual may have regarding that practice.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 14-401
What does Maryland Code § 14-401 cover?
Section 14-401 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 § 14-401?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 14-401" (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 § 14-401 apply to my situation?
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