Maryland § 3-218

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 3-218, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 3-218.

    (a)    An officer or other employee of the Division may not:

        (1)    accept a reward or gift, or a promise of a reward or gift, from an incarcerated individual in a correctional facility in the Division or from a person on behalf of an incarcerated individual;

        (2)    receive a devise or bequest, or a promise of a devise or bequest, from an incarcerated individual in a correctional facility in the Division or from a person on behalf of an incarcerated individual; or

        (3)    enter into a contract with an incarcerated individual in a correctional facility in the Division or with a person on behalf of an incarcerated individual.

    (b)    A gift, reward, bequest, devise, promise, or contract accepted, received, or entered into in violation of this section is void.

    (c)    A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 3-218

What does Maryland Code § 3-218 cover?

Section 3-218 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 § 3-218?

A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 3-218" (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 § 3-218 apply to my situation?

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