Maryland § 17-214
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 17-214, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17-214.
(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, each contractor and subcontractor under a public work contract shall pay not less than the prevailing wage rate of straight time to an employee for each hour that the employee works.
(b) A contractor and subcontractor shall pay an employee the prevailing wage rate of overtime for each hour that the employee works:
(1) in excess of 10 hours in any single calendar day;
(2) in excess of 40 hours per each workweek; or
(3) on Sunday or a legal holiday.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 17-214
What does Maryland Code § 17-214 cover?
Section 17-214 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 § 17-214?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 17-214" (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 § 17-214 apply to my situation?
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