Maryland § 21-1113
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 21-1113, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21-1113.
In any action brought by the Attorney General under § 11–209 of the Commercial Law Article, a person that sells, distributes, or otherwise disposes of any drug, medicine, cosmetic, food, food additive, or commercial feed, as defined in § 6–101 of the Agriculture Article, or medical device:
(1) May not assert as a defense that the person did not deal directly with the person on whose behalf the action is brought; and
(2) May prove, as a partial or complete defense against a damage claim, in order to avoid duplicative liability, that all or any part of an alleged overcharge ultimately was passed on to another person by a purchaser or seller in the chain of manufacture, production, or distribution who paid the alleged overcharge.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 21-1113
What does Maryland Code § 21-1113 cover?
Section 21-1113 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 § 21-1113?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 21-1113" (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 § 21-1113 apply to my situation?
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