Maryland § 2-116
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 2-116, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2-116.
(a) The Commissioner may send a notice or other communication by electronic means if:
(1) the Commissioner is required to deliver, give, mail, serve, or otherwise provide the notice or other communication in writing;
(2) the recipient has provided an e–mail address to the Commissioner to receive notices or other communications;
(3) the notice or other communication is sent to the e–mail address provided by the recipient; and
(4) the Commissioner maintains proof that the notice was sent to the recipient at the recipient’s e–mail address.
(b) If a person is required to send the Commissioner a notice or other communication and the person is not licensed, certified, or otherwise regulated by the Commissioner:
(1) the person may send the notice or other communication by electronic means approved by the Commissioner; and
(2) the Commissioner may not require the person to send the notice or other communication by electronic means.
(c) The Commissioner may require a person who is licensed, certified, or otherwise regulated by the Commissioner to send a notice or other communication by electronic means.
(d) Subject to the provisions of the Maryland Uniform Electronic Transactions Act, a notice or other communication sent in accordance with this section shall be presumed to have been received in the ordinary course.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 2-116
What does Maryland Code § 2-116 cover?
Section 2-116 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 § 2-116?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 2-116" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.
How does Maryland § 2-116 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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