Maryland § 2-310
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 2-310, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2-310.
(a) Unless sufficient facilities are not available, the managing official of a correctional facility shall receive and confine an individual arrested by a police employee without warrant or on warrant from a county.
(b) (1) An individual confined under subsection (a) of this section:
(i) is deemed to be in the custody of the Department; and
(ii) shall remain confined until a court of competent jurisdiction issues a warrant or other process, or the individual is returned to the county.
(2) Before the issuance of a warrant or process, an individual confined under subsection (a) of this section may be released only to and on written order of a police employee.
(c) (1) This section does not abridge the right of an individual to be taken before a judicial officer of the State promptly after arrest.
(2) The managing official of a correctional facility in which an individual is confined under this section, shall notify the State’s Attorney immediately if the individual is confined for more than 12 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 2-310
What does Maryland Code § 2-310 cover?
Section 2-310 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 § 2-310?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 2-310" (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 § 2-310 apply to my situation?
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