Maryland § 2-1601
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 2-1601, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2-1601.
(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b) (1) “Hearing” means a meeting that an investigating committee holds, during an investigatory proceeding, to take testimony or to receive other evidence.
(2) “Hearing” does not include a preliminary conference or interview at which testimony is not taken under oath.
(c) “Investigating committee” means any of the following bodies that may obtain, for the use of the General Assembly, information on a specific subject by compelling the attendance and testimony of witnesses or the production of books, documents, papers, and records:
(1) a standing committee or a subcommittee of a standing committee;
(2) a joint committee of the Senate and the House or a subcommittee of a joint committee; or
(3) the Legislative Policy Committee or any of its committees or subcommittees.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 2-1601
What does Maryland Code § 2-1601 cover?
Section 2-1601 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 § 2-1601?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 2-1601" (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 § 2-1601 apply to my situation?
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