Maryland § 8-701
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8-701, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-701.
(a) In this part the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b) “Agency” means:
(1) the Maryland Department of Health;
(2) the Department of Human Services; or
(3) the Department of Juvenile Services.
(c) “Certified program administrator” means an individual who is:
(1) certified by the State Board for Certification of Residential Child Care Program Professionals under Title 20 of the Health Occupations Article; and
(2) responsible for the day–to–day management and operation of a residential child care program and for assuring the care, treatment, safety, and protection of the children in the residential child care program.
(d) “Plan” means the State Resource Plan for Residential Child Care Programs.
(e) “Provider” means a for profit or nonprofit entity licensed by an agency to operate a residential child care program.
(f) Except as provided in § 8–707 of this subtitle, “residential child care program” does not include sites licensed by the Developmental Disabilities Administration.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8-701
What does Maryland Code § 8-701 cover?
Section 8-701 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 § 8-701?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 8-701" (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 § 8-701 apply to my situation?
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