Maryland § 7-311
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 7-311, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-311.
(a) The Board may issue a courtesy card to a practitioner of mortuary science who:
(1) Is licensed to practice mortuary science in another state;
(2) Maintains a license in good standing with that state;
(3) Files an application with the Board; and
(4) Pays to the Board a license fee set by the Board.
(b) The courtesy card:
(1) Allows the holder of the courtesy card to make a removal of a dead human body in this State and to return the body to another state or country, to return a dead human body from another state or country to this State for final disposition, to fill out the family history portion of the death certificate, and to sign the death certificate in the holder’s capacity as a licensed practitioner of mortuary science; but
(2) Does not allow the holder of the courtesy card to operate a funeral establishment, make funeral arrangements, or conduct funerals in this State.
(c) A card issued by the Board under this title is not transferable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 7-311
What does Maryland Code § 7-311 cover?
Section 7-311 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 § 7-311?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 7-311 apply to my situation?
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