Maryland § 6-232
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 6-232, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-232.
(a) In a criminal case, when all of the charges against the defendant are disposed of by acquittal, dismissal, probation before judgment, nolle prosequi, or stet, the court shall advise the defendant that the defendant may be entitled to expunge the records and any DNA sample and DNA record relating to the charge or charges against the defendant in accordance with Title 10, Subtitle 1 of this article and Title 2, Subtitle 5 of the Public Safety Article.
(b) The failure of a court to comply with subsection (a) of this section does not affect the legality or efficacy of the sentence or disposition of the case.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 6-232
What does Maryland Code § 6-232 cover?
Section 6-232 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 § 6-232?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 6-232" (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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