Maryland § 2-212

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 2-212, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 2-212.

    (a)    (1)    Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a demand for a hearing stays an order of the Commissioner pending the hearing and an order resulting from it if the Commissioner receives the demand:

            (i)    before the effective date of the order; or

            (ii)    within 10 days after the order is served.

        (2)    Paragraph (1) of this subsection does not apply to an action taken or proposed under an order:

            (i)    resulting from a hearing;

            (ii)    resulting from a final decision of the Insurance Commissioner on a complaint in an emergency case under § 15-10A-04 of this article; or

            (iii)    based on impairment of assets or unsound financial condition of an insurer.

    (b)    If the Commissioner does not grant a written request for a stay, the aggrieved person may apply to the Circuit Court for Baltimore City for a stay of the proposed action of the Commissioner.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 2-212

What does Maryland Code § 2-212 cover?

Section 2-212 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 § 2-212?

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