Maryland § 5-702
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-702, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-702.
(a) (1) With the consent of the Commissioner, the Treasurer may require an insurer to make deposits of cash or government securities of the kinds described in § 5-701(a) of this subtitle with a depository that the Treasurer designates to receive and hold the deposits.
(2) The Treasurer may designate as a depository any solvent trust company or other solvent financial institution that has trust powers and is domiciled in the State.
(3) The Treasurer may make an appropriate agreement with a depository to ensure the receipt, safekeeping, and release of the cash or government securities deposited under this section.
(4) A deposit made under this section shall be held at the expense of the insurer.
(b) The State is responsible for the safekeeping and return of all cash and government securities deposited under this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-702
What does Maryland Code § 5-702 cover?
Section 5-702 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 § 5-702?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 5-702" (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 § 5-702 apply to my situation?
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