Maryland § 8-303
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8-303, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-303.
(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
(2) “Government identification document” means one of the following documents issued by the United States government or any state or local government:
(i) a passport;
(ii) an immigration visa;
(iii) an alien registration card;
(iv) an employment authorization card;
(v) a birth certificate;
(vi) a Social Security card;
(vii) a uniformed services identification;
(viii) an adoption decree;
(ix) a marriage license;
(x) a driver’s license; or
(xi) a photo identification card.
(3) “Uniformed services” has the meaning stated in § 9–901 of the State Government Article.
(b) A person may not, with fraudulent intent:
(1) possess a fictitious or fraudulently altered government identification document;
(2) display, cause, or allow to be displayed a fictitious or fraudulently altered government identification document;
(3) lend a government identification document to another or knowingly allow the use of the person’s government identification document by another; or
(4) display or represent as the person’s own a government identification document not issued to the person.
(c) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8-303
What does Maryland Code § 8-303 cover?
Section 8-303 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 § 8-303?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 8-303" (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 § 8-303 apply to my situation?
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