Maryland § 5-309
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-309, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-309.
(a) If the Department suspends or revokes a registration, the Department may place under seal all controlled dangerous substances that the registrant owns or possesses at the time of the suspension or revocation in accordance with the registration.
(b) Unless the court on request orders the sale of perishable substances and the deposit of the proceeds of the sale with the court, a disposition may not be made of controlled dangerous substances under seal until the time for taking an appeal has elapsed or until all appeals end.
(c) When a revocation order becomes final, all controlled dangerous substances placed under seal in accordance with this section shall be forfeited to the State.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-309
What does Maryland Code § 5-309 cover?
Section 5-309 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 § 5-309?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 5-309" (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 § 5-309 apply to my situation?
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