Maryland § 9-116
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 9-116, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-116.
(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, and unless the crime with which the person arrested is charged is shown to be a crime punishable by death or life imprisonment under the laws of the state in which it was committed, a judge in this State may admit the person arrested to bail by bond, with sufficient sureties, and in the sum the judge deems proper, conditioned for the person’s appearance before the judge at a time specified in the bond, and for the person’s surrender, to be arrested upon the warrant of the Governor of this State.
(b) A judge may not admit a person to bail by bond under subsection (a) of this section for the first 10 days following the person’s:
(1) arrest under or service with a Governor’s warrant under this title; or
(2) signing a waiver of extradition proceedings under this title.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 9-116
What does Maryland Code § 9-116 cover?
Section 9-116 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 § 9-116?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 9-116" (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 § 9-116 apply to my situation?
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