Maryland § 21-209
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 21-209, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21-209.
(a) (1) Notwithstanding any other law, a person may not serve as a fiduciary if the person has been convicted of:
(i) a felony;
(ii) a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude;
(iii) a violation of this subtitle;
(iv) a conspiracy or attempt to commit a crime described under item (i), (ii), or (iii) of this paragraph; or
(v) a crime in which a crime described under item (i), (ii), (iii), or (iv) of this paragraph is an element.
(2) A person may not knowingly allow another person to serve as a fiduciary in violation of paragraph (1) of this subsection.
(b) Any person who intentionally violates subsection (a) of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or both.
(c) For the purposes of this section, a person is deemed to be convicted on the later of:
(1) the date of judgment of the trial court; or
(2) the date of the final sustaining of judgment on appeal.
(d) A fiduciary may be removed for a violation of subsection (a) of this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 21-209
What does Maryland Code § 21-209 cover?
Section 21-209 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 § 21-209?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 21-209" (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 § 21-209 apply to my situation?
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