Maryland § 3-906
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 3-906, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-906.
(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
(2) “Telegraph company” has the meaning stated in § 1–101 of the Public Utilities Article.
(3) “Telegraph lines” has the meaning stated in § 1–101 of the Public Utilities Article.
(4) “Telephone company” has the meaning stated in § 1–101 of the Public Utilities Article.
(5) “Telephone lines” has the meaning stated in § 1–101 of the Public Utilities Article.
(b) An employee or agent of a telegraph company or telephone company, or of a person operating telegraph lines or telephone lines for profit in the State, may not:
(1) willfully divulge the contents or nature of the contents of a private communication that is entrusted to the person for transmission or delivery; or
(2) willfully refuse or neglect to transmit or deliver a private communication.
(c) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 3 months or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 3-906
What does Maryland Code § 3-906 cover?
Section 3-906 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 § 3-906?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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