Maryland § 16-121

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 16-121, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 16-121.

    (a)    This section applies only to a non–match, described under regulations adopted by the Secretary of the United States Department of Homeland Security, that:

        (1)    Occurs during verification by the Administration of the documentary evidence provided by an applicant for issuance or renewal of an identification card under § 12–301 of this article, a moped operator’s permit under § 16–104.2 of this subtitle, or a license to drive under this subtitle; and

        (2)    Is not resolved by the Administration’s verification of the documentary evidence.

    (b)    In the event of a non–match, the Administration may not issue to the applicant an identification card under § 12–301 of this article, a moped operator’s permit under § 16–104.2 of this subtitle, or a license to drive under this subtitle.

    (c)    Nothing in this section prohibits the Administration from issuing or renewing an identification card, a moped operator’s permit, or a license to drive under § 16–122 of this subtitle to allow the applicant to resolve a non–match.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 16-121

What does Maryland Code § 16-121 cover?

Section 16-121 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 § 16-121?

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