Maryland § 14-509
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 14-509, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-509.
(a) A request for judicial review of the Secretary’s action on any application shall be made within 30 days after the decision has been rendered. Proceedings shall be filed in the circuit court of any county having jurisdiction in which the facility or any part of it is to be situated.
(b) A request for judicial review may be made only by an aggrieved party, by a properly designated official of the county government where the proposed facility is to be located, or by the Department of Planning pursuant to § 5-611 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
(c) In order to expedite judicial review, any court of the State, either at the trial or appellate level, which acquires jurisdiction over any legal challenge to the Secretary’s action on any application shall give highest priority to such proceeding in the scheduling of appropriate hearings and trials and in the respective court’s deliberations.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 14-509
What does Maryland Code § 14-509 cover?
Section 14-509 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 § 14-509?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 14-509" (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 § 14-509 apply to my situation?
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