Maryland § 5-102
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-102, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-102.
(a) The creation of the Division is based on the findings and policies set forth in this section.
(b) (1) Each year a large number of individuals have criminal charges placed against them in Baltimore City and remain on pretrial status until these charges are adjudicated.
(2) Many of the individuals on pretrial status were formerly committed to the Baltimore City Jail.
(c) There is an important public need to centralize and coordinate the provision of services to individuals on a pretrial status in Baltimore City.
(d) Baltimore City does not have the financial resources to fund a local correctional facility at a level sufficient to meet the needs of those incarcerated.
(e) The State recognizes the need to provide effective and efficient services to the public through management of the pretrial population in Baltimore City.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-102
What does Maryland Code § 5-102 cover?
Section 5-102 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 § 5-102?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 5-102" (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 § 5-102 apply to my situation?
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