Maryland § 8-508
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8-508, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-508.
(a) An individual may ask voluntarily for admission to an outpatient treatment program, whether or not the individual has been admitted to the program before.
(b) After an individual asks for admission to an outpatient treatment program, the administrative head of the program shall determine whether the individual is to be admitted. However, the administrative head may not deny readmission of an individual solely because the individual previously left the program against the advice of the administrative head.
(c) An outpatient treatment program shall use public and private community efforts, including welfare services, vocational rehabilitation, and job replacement, to integrate a chronic alcoholic into society as a productive citizen.
(d) (1) A chronic alcoholic may not be dropped from an outpatient treatment program solely because of a relapse into intoxication.
(2) Every reasonable method of treatment shall be used to prevent a relapse.
(3) If recovery of the chronic alcoholic is unlikely, the outpatient treatment program shall provide supportive services and residential facilities so that the individual may survive in a decent manner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8-508
What does Maryland Code § 8-508 cover?
Section 8-508 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 § 8-508?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 8-508" (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 § 8-508 apply to my situation?
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