Maryland § 4-347
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 4-347, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-347.
(a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, a custodian may deny inspection of the part of a public record that contains information disclosing or relating to an invention owned in whole or in part by a State public institution of higher education for 4 years to allow the institution to evaluate whether to patent or market the invention and pursue economic development and licensing opportunities related to the invention.
(b) A custodian may not deny inspection of a part of a public record described in subsection (a) of this section if:
(1) the information disclosing or relating to an invention has been published or disseminated by the inventors in the course of their academic activities or disclosed in a published patent;
(2) the invention referred to in that part of the record has been licensed by the institution for at least 4 years; or
(3) 4 years have elapsed from the date of the written disclosure of the invention to the institution.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 4-347
What does Maryland Code § 4-347 cover?
Section 4-347 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 § 4-347?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 4-347" (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 § 4-347 apply to my situation?
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