Maryland § 20-206
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 20-206, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-206.
(a) (1) The Commission may employ its own attorney.
(2) The Executive Director shall appoint and remove the attorney with the approval of the Commission.
(b) The attorney shall:
(1) act as general counsel and legal adviser to the Commission; and
(2) represent the Commission at all hearings and judicial proceedings in which the Commission is a party.
(c) The general counsel is entitled to the compensation provided in the State budget.
(d) The office of the general counsel shall include additional personnel as provided in the State budget.
(e) The general counsel and any assistant general counsel are special appointments in the State Personnel Management System.
(f) (1) The Commission may retain legal assistance to advise the commissioners in legal matters.
(2) Legal advisers retained under this subsection shall be compensated as provided in the State budget.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 20-206
What does Maryland Code § 20-206 cover?
Section 20-206 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 § 20-206?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 20-206" (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 § 20-206 apply to my situation?
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