Maryland § 9-331
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 9-331, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-331.
By rule, regulation, order, permit, or otherwise, the Department may require the owner or operator of any source of a discharge of pollutants or of any source that is an industrial user of a publicly owned treatment works:
(1) To keep records;
(2) To make reports;
(3) To install, calibrate, use, and maintain monitoring equipment or methods, including, where appropriate, biological monitoring methods;
(4) To sample discharges in accordance with the methods, at the locations, at the intervals, and in the manner the Department requires; and
(5) To provide to the Department any information that the Department reasonably requires about:
(i) Discharge of pollutants into the waters of this State; or
(ii) Introduction of pollutants into publicly owned treatment works.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 9-331
What does Maryland Code § 9-331 cover?
Section 9-331 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 § 9-331?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 9-331" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.
How does Maryland § 9-331 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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