Maryland § 20-302
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 20-302, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-302.
(a) (1) An applicant for a license shall:
(i) submit to the Secretary an application on the form that the Secretary provides; and
(ii) pay to the Secretary an application fee of $300.
(2) The application fee is nonrefundable.
(b) The applicant shall sign the application under oath.
(c) In addition to any other information that the Secretary requires, the application shall state:
(1) the name, date of birth, and residence address of the applicant;
(2) the business address of the applicant;
(3) a telephone number at which the applicant can be reached during normal business hours;
(4) each address where the applicant has conducted any business during the 3 years before application;
(5) the driver’s license number, if any, of the applicant; and
(6) the name and permanent address of the resident agent who will represent the applicant in the State.
(d) The application form shall contain immediately above the signature line the following:
“If issued a license, I agree to allow a municipal, county, or State police officer or agent acting in the course of a stolen property investigation or an investigation of a violation of this title to inspect and photograph all personal property and records at my business or storage locations.”.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 20-302
What does Maryland Code § 20-302 cover?
Section 20-302 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 § 20-302?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 20-302 apply to my situation?
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