Maryland § 15-401

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 15-401, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 15-401.

    (a)    (1)    The State’s Attorney for a county shall receive:

            (i)    an annual salary for performing the duties of the office as set forth in the public general laws and the public local laws of the county; and

            (ii)    an annual payment for office, travel, and other expenses as provided by law and the current practice of the county.

        (2)    Unless otherwise specified, a county shall pay the salary and expenses in equal monthly installments.

    (b)    (1)    Except for necessary travel and other expenses incurred in trying a case removed to another county, a State’s Attorney may not receive any other compensation for performing the duties of the office.

        (2)    Any fees to which the State’s Attorney may be entitled shall be:

            (i)    collected and paid to the governing body of the county; and

            (ii)    credited to the general fund of the county.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 15-401

What does Maryland Code § 15-401 cover?

Section 15-401 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.

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