Maryland § 5-213.1
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-213.1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-213.1.
(a) A person, including an incarcerated person, may not violate a condition of pretrial or posttrial release or other pretrial or posttrial condition prohibiting the person from contacting, harassing, or abusing an alleged victim or going in or near an alleged victim’s residence or place of employment if the person is charged with committing:
(1) a violation of Title 3, Subtitle 3 of the Criminal Law Article against a victim who is a minor;
(2) a crime of violence as defined in § 5–101 of the Public Safety Article;
(3) a crime against a victim who is a person eligible for relief as defined in § 4–501 of the Family Law Article; or
(4) a violation of § 3–802 of the Criminal Law Article.
(b) A person who violates subsection (a) of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 90 days.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-213.1
What does Maryland Code § 5-213.1 cover?
Section 5-213.1 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 § 5-213.1?
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