Maryland § 2-313
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 2-313, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2-313.
(a) The sheriff and deputy sheriffs of a county shall:
(1) Receive the annual salaries provided by this part for performing the duties required of them by the Constitution and the laws of this State; and
(2) Be reimbursed for expenses as provided by law.
(b) (1) A deputy sheriff shall perform the duties incidental to the office as are assigned by the sheriff.
(2) All deputy sheriffs’ salaries shall be paid at least once each month.
(c) The government of each county shall:
(1) Furnish an office for the sheriff;
(2) Pay the necessary expenses for telephones, stationery, and other purposes; and
(3) Unless otherwise provided by law, provide for:
(i) The necessary traveling expenses of the sheriff for conveying prisoners to any penal institution in the State; and
(ii) Other necessary traveling expenses.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 2-313
What does Maryland Code § 2-313 cover?
Section 2-313 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 § 2-313?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 2-313" (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 § 2-313 apply to my situation?
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