Maryland § 8-205
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8-205, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-205.
(a) Work that an individual performs under any contract of hire is not covered employment if the Secretary is satisfied that:
(1) the individual who performs the work is free from control and direction over its performance both in fact and under the contract;
(2) the individual customarily is engaged in an independent business or occupation of the same nature as that involved in the work; and
(3) the work is:
(i) outside of the usual course of business of the person for whom the work is performed; or
(ii) performed outside of any place of business of the person for whom the work is performed.
(b) The Secretary shall adopt regulations to provide:
(1) general guidance about the application of subsection (a) of this section; and
(2) specific examples of how subsection (a) of this section is applied to certain industries, including the construction industry, the landscaping industry, and the home care services industry.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8-205
What does Maryland Code § 8-205 cover?
Section 8-205 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 § 8-205?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 8-205" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 8-205 apply to my situation?
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