Maryland § 7-802
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 7-802, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-802.
(a) If an incarcerated individual is sentenced to the Division of Correction and, at the time of sentencing, the sentencing judge makes a written request for notification, the Commission shall:
(1) at least 90 days before the parole release hearing, notify the sentencing judge in writing that a parole release hearing is scheduled for the incarcerated individual; and
(2) promptly notify the sentencing judge of the Commission’s final decision regarding parole for the incarcerated individual.
(b) The Commission shall make any recommendation made by the sentencing judge at the time of sentencing available for review by the incarcerated individual or the incarcerated individual’s representative under § 7–303(b) of this title.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 7-802
What does Maryland Code § 7-802 cover?
Section 7-802 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 § 7-802?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 7-802 apply to my situation?
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