Maryland § 8-314
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8-314, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-314.
(a) The purposes of this section are:
(1) To promote the public safety, convenience, and enjoyment of travel on and protect the public investment in the highways of this State;
(2) To restore, preserve, and enhance scenic beauty along these highways; and
(3) To enable this State to receive from and spend the nonmatching funds provided by the federal government under Title 23 of the United States Code.
(b) For the purposes specified in subsection (a) of this section, land may be acquired under this subtitle as the Administration considers necessary:
(1) To restore, preserve, or enhance scenic beauty along federal-aid highways in this State; or
(2) To construct publicly owned and controlled rest and recreation areas and sanitary and other facilities along the highway as necessary to accommodate the traveling public.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8-314
What does Maryland Code § 8-314 cover?
Section 8-314 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 § 8-314?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 8-314" (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 § 8-314 apply to my situation?
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