Maryland § 16-505
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 16-505, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-505.
(a) The Administration shall, in consultation with the State Department of Education, adopt and enforce regulations not inconsistent with this subtitle to implement a standardized driver education program conducted by driver education schools under its jurisdiction.
(b) Regulations adopted under this section shall be administered by the Administration and shall include:
(1) Curriculum, equipment, and facility standards for classroom, laboratory, and on-road instruction phases;
(2) Minimum student performance standards for an approved driver education program based upon the standardized curriculum approved by the Administration, consisting of at least 30 hours of classroom instruction and at least 6 hours of highway driving instruction;
(3) Standards for the certification of schools and instructors;
(4) A system to evaluate the effectiveness of the driver education program;
(5) Standards governing the required offering of the driver education program, based on the capacity, enrollment, staff, and facilities of the schools; and
(6) Standards for the eligibility of individuals to enroll in the program.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 16-505
What does Maryland Code § 16-505 cover?
Section 16-505 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 § 16-505?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 16-505" (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 § 16-505 apply to my situation?
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