Maryland § 3-304
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 3-304, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-304.
(a) Except as provided in subsection (e) of this section, the clerk shall record each plat described under § 3–108 of this title.
(b) The clerk promptly shall send one copy of each plat to the supervisor of assessments of the county and one copy, with one half of the filing fee, to the State Archivist, who shall number and file the plat as part of the records of the State Archivist’s office.
(c) The State Archivist shall mail or deliver, free of cost, to any supervisor of assessments of the State, a copy of the plat on request.
(d) (1) Nothing in this section affects any recording fee of the clerk of the court under any local legislation prescribing recording fees for subdivision plats.
(2) The clerk and the State Archivist shall keep accurate memoranda of the filing fees.
(e) In Montgomery County, the clerk may record or maintain the plat in electronic form in a manner approved by the State Archivist.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 3-304
What does Maryland Code § 3-304 cover?
Section 3-304 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 § 3-304?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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