Maryland § 7-234
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 7-234, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-234.
(a) An officer or unit of the State government may not spend money:
(1) in excess of the total appropriation to the officer or unit; or
(2) in excess of the amounts set forth in the current schedule for apportionment and disbursement of the appropriation.
(b) (1) The State may not reimburse any expenditure to the extent that the expenditure violates subsection (a) of this section.
(2) The State is not obligated to appropriate money to pay an expenditure that violates subsection (a) of this section.
(c) Each employee or member of a unit and each officer of the State government who makes an expenditure that violates subsection (a) of this section is guilty of neglect of official duty and is subject to removal.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 7-234
What does Maryland Code § 7-234 cover?
Section 7-234 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 § 7-234?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 7-234" (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 § 7-234 apply to my situation?
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