Maryland § 5-715
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-715, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-715.
(a) In this section, “Board” means the State Board of Physicians.
(b) A person who acts without malice and is a member of the Board or a legally authorized agent of the Board, is not civilly liable for investigating, prosecuting, participating in a hearing under § 14–405 of the Health Occupations Article, or otherwise acting on an allegation of a ground for Board action made to the Board.
(c) A person who acts without malice is not civilly liable for making an allegation of a ground for Board action to the Board or Faculty.
(d) Any person who acts in good faith is not civilly liable for giving any of the information required under § 14-413 or § 14-414 of the Health Occupations Article.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-715
What does Maryland Code § 5-715 cover?
Section 5-715 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 § 5-715?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 5-715" (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 § 5-715 apply to my situation?
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