Maryland § 3-307
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 3-307, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-307.
(a) On the filing of a complaint against a civil or military officer who may be suspended or removed from office by the Governor, the Governor:
(1) shall provide to the respondent:
(i) a copy of the complaint; and
(ii) notice of the time when the Governor shall hear the complaint;
(2) may summon any witness to testify concerning the complaint, pay the witness a fee of $1 a day for attending, and reimburse the witness for travel expenses incurred in testifying;
(3) may designate one or more individuals to attend on the Governor’s behalf any part of any hearing that relates to the establishment of the facts of the complaint; and
(4) may order either party or the State to pay any costs of the proceeding.
(b) The Governor, in the same manner as a court of the State, may enforce:
(1) the attendance of a witness summoned under subsection (a)(2) of this section; or
(2) an order under subsection (a)(4) of this section for payment of costs by a party or the State.
(c) If the State is ordered to pay costs under subsection (a)(4) of this section, the Comptroller shall issue a warrant to the Treasurer to pay the costs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 3-307
What does Maryland Code § 3-307 cover?
Section 3-307 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 § 3-307?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 3-307" (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 § 3-307 apply to my situation?
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