Maryland § 7-301

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 7-301, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 7-301.

    (a)    Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, an individual shall be licensed by the Board before the individual may practice mortuary science in this State.

    (b)    This section does not:

        (1)    Limit the right of a school of medicine or dentistry to use and dispose of a dead human body or its parts;

        (2)    Limit the right of any person who is authorized by law to handle or dispose of a dead human body or its parts, if the person acts within the scope of that authorization;

        (3)    Affect the right of an authorized officer or employee of the United States or the District of Columbia to practice mortuary science in the course of that individual’s duties;

        (4)    Apply to an individual who makes funeral arrangements in the course of the duties of that individual as an attorney; or

        (5)    (i)    Limit the right of the Board to issue temporary permits to out–of–state licensed morticians or funeral directors for teaching purposes involving an approved continuing education program or disaster situations as deemed necessary by the Board.

            (ii)    A mortician or funeral director who is issued a temporary permit shall be subject to any conditions and limitations that the Board may specify in the permit and the provisions of this title.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 7-301

What does Maryland Code § 7-301 cover?

Section 7-301 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 § 7-301?

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Is this the official text of Maryland law?

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How does Maryland § 7-301 apply to my situation?

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