Maryland § 3-101
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 3-101, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-101.
(a) In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b) “Administratively charged” means that a police officer has been formally accused of misconduct in an administrative proceeding.
(c) “Disciplinary matrix” means a written, consistent, progressive, and transparent tool or rubric that provides ranges of disciplinary actions for different types of misconduct.
(d) “Exonerated” means that a police officer acted in accordance with the law and agency policy.
(e) “Law enforcement agency” has the meaning stated in § 3–201 of this title.
(f) “Not administratively charged” means that a determination has been made not to administratively charge a police officer in connection with alleged misconduct.
(g) “Police misconduct” means a pattern, a practice, or conduct by a police officer or law enforcement agency that includes:
(1) depriving persons of rights protected by the constitution or laws of the State or the United States;
(2) a violation of a criminal statute; and
(3) a violation of law enforcement agency standards and policies.
(h) “Police officer” has the meaning stated in § 3–201 of this title.
(i) “Serious physical injury” has the meaning stated in § 3–201 of the Criminal Law Article.
(j) “Superior governmental authority” means the governing body that oversees a law enforcement agency.
(k) “Unfounded” means that the allegations against a police officer are not supported by fact.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 3-101
What does Maryland Code § 3-101 cover?
Section 3-101 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 § 3-101?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 3-101" (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 § 3-101 apply to my situation?
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