Maryland § 7-406
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 7-406, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-406.
(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
(2) “Active service member” has the meaning stated in § 9–901 of the State Government Article.
(3) “Service member” has the meaning stated in § 9–901 of the State Government Article.
(b) A clerk of court shall provide without charge:
(1) A copy of any paper or record in the clerk’s office that is requested by a former or active service member, in person, or by the United States government, if the copy is to be used in connection with a claim of the former or active service member against the United States government;
(2) A copy of a marriage record of a former or active service member that is requested by the former or active service member; and
(3) A copy of a marriage record of a former or active service member or of a surviving spouse or child of the former or active service member that is requested, if the copy is to be used in connection with a claim for a dependent or beneficiary of the former or active service member.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 7-406
What does Maryland Code § 7-406 cover?
Section 7-406 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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