Maryland § 5-623
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-623, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-623.
(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
(2) “Admission” has the meaning stated in § 10-101 of the Health - General Article.
(3) “Facility” has the meaning stated in § 10-101 of the Health - General Article.
(b) A person who in good faith and with reasonable grounds applies for involuntary admission of an individual is not civilly or criminally liable for making the application under Title 10, Subtitle 6, Part III of the Health - General Article.
(c) A facility or veterans’ administration hospital that, in good faith and with reasonable grounds, acts in compliance with the provisions of Title 10, Subtitle 6, Part III of the Health - General Article is not civilly or criminally liable for that action.
(d) An agent or employee of a facility or veterans’ administration hospital who, in good faith and with reasonable grounds, acts in compliance with the provisions of Title 10, Subtitle 6, Part III of the Health - General Article is not civilly or criminally liable for that action.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-623
What does Maryland Code § 5-623 cover?
Section 5-623 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 § 5-623?
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