Maryland § 5-634
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-634, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-634.
(a) In this section, “person” has the meaning stated in § 21-322 of the Health - General Article.
(b) The limitation on liability provided for in subsection (c) of this section does not apply to any person who:
(1) Donates food to a nonprofit corporation, organization, or association that sells or offers for sale any donated food;
(2) Prepares donated food for use or distribution by a nonprofit corporation, organization, or association that sells or offers for sale any donated food; or
(3) Serves donated food distributed by a nonprofit corporation, organization, or association that sells or offers for sale any donated food.
(c) Unless the act or omission amounts to gross negligence or willful and wanton misconduct, a person is not civilly liable for any act or omission that affects the nature, age, condition, or packaging of the donated food if the person in good faith:
(1) Donates food for use or distribution by a nonprofit corporation, organization, or association;
(2) Prepares donated food for use or distribution by a nonprofit corporation, organization, or association;
(3) Serves donated food distributed by a nonprofit corporation, organization, or association; or
(4) Dispenses donated food distributed by a nonprofit corporation, organization, or association.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-634
What does Maryland Code § 5-634 cover?
Section 5-634 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 § 5-634?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 5-634" (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 § 5-634 apply to my situation?
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