Maryland § 6-310
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 6-310, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-310.
(a) (1) The State Fire Marshal may:
(i) take the testimony under oath of any person suspected to know or to have the means to know any facts that relate to the matter that is the subject of the inspection or investigation; and
(ii) cause the testimony to be reduced to writing.
(2) The State Fire Marshal shall transmit a copy of the testimony taken under paragraph (1) of this subsection to the State’s Attorney for the county where the fire or explosion or attempt to cause a fire or explosion occurred.
(b) The State Fire Marshal may:
(1) issue subpoenas requiring the attendance of witnesses to testify in relation to any matter that is the subject of an investigation by the State Fire Marshal under this subtitle;
(2) issue subpoenas requiring the production of documents that relate to any matter that is the subject of an investigation by the State Fire Marshal under this subtitle; and
(3) administer oaths to witnesses.
(c) A person who testifies falsely under oath in a matter or proceeding of the State Fire Marshal under this subtitle is guilty of perjury and on conviction is subject to the penalties for perjury.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 6-310
What does Maryland Code § 6-310 cover?
Section 6-310 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.
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