Maryland § 5-809
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-809, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-809.
(a) The Committee shall maintain records of its deliberations including any recommendations.
(b) (1) Except for the public report issued under § 5-808(a) of this subtitle, any records of deliberations, findings, or files of the Committee shall be confidential and are not discoverable under § 1-401 of the Health Occupations Article.
(2) This subsection does not prohibit the discovery of material, records, documents, or other information that was not prepared by the Committee or its subcommittee and was obtained independently of the Committee or subcommittee.
(c) (1) Members of the Committee or a subcommittee of the Committee, persons attending a Committee or subcommittee meeting, and persons who present information to the Committee or subcommittee may not be questioned in any civil or criminal proceeding regarding information presented in or opinions formed as a result of a meeting.
(2) This subsection does not prohibit a person from testifying to information obtained independently of the Committee or subcommittee or that is public information.
(d) (1) Except as necessary to carry out the Committee’s purpose and duties, members of the Committee or subcommittee and persons attending a Committee or subcommittee meeting may not disclose:
(i) What transpired at a meeting that is not public under this subtitle; or
(ii) Any information that is prohibited for disclosure by this section.
(2) This subsection does not prohibit the discovery of material, records, documents, or other information that was not prepared by the Committee or its subcommittee and was obtained independently of the Committee or subcommittee.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-809
What does Maryland Code § 5-809 cover?
Section 5-809 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 § 5-809?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 5-809" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.
How does Maryland § 5-809 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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