Maryland § 27-205
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 27-205, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 27-205.
(a) A person may not knowingly file with a supervisory or other public official, make, publish, disseminate, circulate, deliver to another person, place before the public, or cause directly or indirectly to be made, published, disseminated, circulated, delivered to another person, or placed before the public a false statement of the financial condition of an insurer.
(b) A person may not:
(1) make a false entry in a book, report, or statement of an insurer with intent to deceive an agent or examiner lawfully appointed to examine the condition or affairs of the insurer or a public official to whom the insurer is required by law to report or who has authority by law to examine the condition or affairs of the insurer; or
(2) with intent to deceive, willfully omit to make a true entry of a material fact about the business of the insurer in a book, report, or statement of the insurer.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 27-205
What does Maryland Code § 27-205 cover?
Section 27-205 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 § 27-205?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 27-205" (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 § 27-205 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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