Maryland § 3-1601
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 3-1601, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-1601.
(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b) (1) “Covered employee” means any individual employed to perform work at a heightened security interest location who is a nonexempt employee as described in the federal Fair Labor Standards Act.
(2) “Covered employee” does not include an individual employed to perform work at a heightened security interest location by:
(i) a retail establishment as defined in § 3–710 of this title;
(ii) a food service facility as defined in § 21–301 of the Health – General Article; or
(iii) an on–airport or off–airport motor vehicle rental company, or any other company involved in motor vehicle rental operations.
(c) (1) “Employ” means to engage an individual to work.
(2) “Employ” includes:
(i) allowing an individual to work; and
(ii) instructing an individual to be present at a work site.
(d) (1) “Employer” includes a person who acts directly or indirectly in the interest of another employer with an employee.
(2) “Employer” does not include:
(i) an employer that provides construction services as defined in § 3–901 of this title; or
(ii) an airline.
(e) “Heightened security interest location” means:
(1) Baltimore–Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport; or
(2) Pennsylvania Station in Baltimore.
(f) “Wage” means all compensation that is due to an employee for employment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 3-1601
What does Maryland Code § 3-1601 cover?
Section 3-1601 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 § 3-1601?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 3-1601" (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 § 3-1601 apply to my situation?
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