Maryland § 5-415
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-415, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-415.
(a) (1) A local department may pay the reasonable funeral expenses of a decedent who was a:
(i) recipient of public assistance, including temporary cash assistance or public assistance to adults; or
(ii) State resident receiving Supplemental Security Income under Title XVI of the Social Security Act.
(2) The funeral expenses paid by the local department may not exceed $900.
(b) A local department may not pay funeral expenses under this section unless:
(1) each person legally responsible for the support of the decedent is unable to pay the expenses; and
(2) other resources, including available death benefits of the estate, are insufficient to pay the expenses.
(c) Payments provided in accordance with this section shall be charged to State funds.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-415
What does Maryland Code § 5-415 cover?
Section 5-415 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 § 5-415?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 5-415" (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 § 5-415 apply to my situation?
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