Maryland § 16-819
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 16-819, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-819.
(a) The Administration shall retain a record of:
(1) Each commercial driver’s license application that it receives; and
(2) Each commercial driver’s license that it issues.
(b) The Administration shall retain as part of the driving record:
(1) Each conviction for any offense related to the use or operation of a motor vehicle which is prohibited by State law, municipal ordinance, or administrative rule or regulation, or reported by another state’s driver licensing authority; and
(2) Each administrative action taken by the Administration or reported by another state’s driver licensing authority.
(c) The Administration shall retain the driving records of individuals who have been issued commercial driver’s licenses for at least the period of time required by the Commercial Driver’s License Information System (CDLIS) established by the Secretary, United States Department of Transportation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 16-819
What does Maryland Code § 16-819 cover?
Section 16-819 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 § 16-819?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 16-819" (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 § 16-819 apply to my situation?
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