Maryland § 7-312
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 7-312, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-312.
(a) (1) In this section, “notice” means, for a person described in § 7–308(b)(2) of this subtitle, receipt of written notification on a form prescribed by the Secretary of State identifying an individual as a Program participant.
(2) “Notice” includes receipt of written notification on a form prescribed by the Secretary of State identifying an individual as a Program participant.
(b) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, service of process on an individual by a person or an agency that has received notice that the individual is a Program participant shall be made in accordance with this section.
(c) Service of process shall be made:
(1) in person on the Program participant; or
(2) by mail on the Secretary of State.
(d) If service by publication is required, service is valid if:
(1) the publication omits the name of the Program participant; and
(2) the Secretary of State has been served in accordance with subsection (c)(2) of this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 7-312
What does Maryland Code § 7-312 cover?
Section 7-312 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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