Maryland § 9-604
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 9-604, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-604.
(a) Subject to subsections (c) and (d) of this section, the State shall pay the funeral and burial expenses of an indigent incarcerated individual who dies while in the custody of a State correctional facility.
(b) The State shall pay the same amount for the funeral and burial expenses of an indigent incarcerated individual as the Department of Human Services pays under § 5–415 of the Human Services Article.
(c) To be eligible to receive the benefit under this section, the family of an indigent incarcerated individual must be known or registered with the Department of Human Services.
(d) If the body of an indigent incarcerated individual is not claimed within 48 hours after death, the State Anatomy Board shall take control of the body for final disposition in accordance with § 5–406 of the Health – General Article.
(e) The Commissioner of Correction, the Commissioner of Pretrial Detention and Services, and the Director of the Patuxent Institution shall adopt regulations establishing procedures to carry out this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 9-604
What does Maryland Code § 9-604 cover?
Section 9-604 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 § 9-604?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 9-604" (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 § 9-604 apply to my situation?
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