Maryland § 4-1018
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 4-1018, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-1018.
(a) The Department may adopt regulations governing the size, type, and use of containers used to measure oysters harvested or sold in the State.
(b) Due to the quantity of water contained in measures of newly shucked oysters, any proprietor or manager of a plant, house, or establishment shall measure oysters as received from the shuckers in a special gallon cup which contains no more than 9 pints. Any device other than this 9 pint gallon cup may not be used to measure any oysters received from shuckers. A Natural Resources police officer shall stamp every 9 pint gallon measure used in measuring newly shucked oysters. A proprietor or manager of any house, plant, or establishment which shucks oysters shall have every 9 pint gallon measure stamped.
(c) Every shucked oyster sold in the State shall be sold by the standard United States one–half pint, pint, quart, or gallon liquid measure, or by fractions or multiples of these liquid measures.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 4-1018
What does Maryland Code § 4-1018 cover?
Section 4-1018 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 § 4-1018?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 4-1018" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.
How does Maryland § 4-1018 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Maryland.