Maryland § 8-802
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8-802, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-802.
An individual is eligible for benefits if, during the base period:
(1) the individual was paid wages of at least the lower quarterly wage amount in line 1 of the schedule of benefits in § 8-803 of this subtitle for covered employment during the calendar quarter in which the individual’s wages were highest; and
(2) the individual was paid wages for covered employment that, during at least 2 calendar quarters combined, are at least 1.5 times the upper limit of the wages for the line in the schedule of benefits for which the individual qualifies.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8-802
What does Maryland Code § 8-802 cover?
Section 8-802 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 § 8-802?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 8-802" (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 § 8-802 apply to my situation?
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