Maryland § 5-209
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-209, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-209.
(a) An employee in the skilled service, professional service, or management service of the State Personnel Management System may elect to pursue an allegation of employment discrimination under:
(1) the complaint procedures in this subtitle; or
(2) the grievance procedures in Title 12 of this article.
(b) An employee of the University System of Maryland who is eligible to file a grievance under Title 13 of the Education Article may elect to pursue an allegation of employment discrimination under:
(1) the complaint procedures in this subtitle; or
(2) a grievance under Title 13 of the Education Article.
(c) An employee of Morgan State University who is eligible to file a grievance under Title 14 of the Education Article may elect to pursue an allegation of employment discrimination under:
(1) the complaint procedures in this subtitle; or
(2) a grievance under Title 14 of the Education Article.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-209
What does Maryland Code § 5-209 cover?
Section 5-209 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 § 5-209?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 5-209" (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 § 5-209 apply to my situation?
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