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§ 2-1802. Evidence sought through subpoena must be pertinent to inquiry

West's Annotated Code of MarylandState GovernmentEffective: October 1, 2007

West's Annotated Code of Maryland
State Government (Refs & Annos)
Title 2. General Assembly (Refs & Annos)
Subtitle 18. Miscellaneous Provisions (Refs & Annos)
Effective: October 1, 2007
MD Code, State Government, § 2-1802
§ 2-1802. Evidence sought through subpoena must be pertinent to inquiry
Currentness
In general
(a) Papers, books, accounts, documents, testimony, and records sought in accordance with a subpoena issued under § 2-408, § 2-507, § 2-807, § 2-1104, or § 2-1608 of this title in connection with a lawfully authorized legislative inquiry or examination must be pertinent to the inquiry or examination.
Pertinent evidence
(b) For purposes of subsection (a) of this section, papers, books, accounts, documents, testimony, or records are considered pertinent if they:
(1) relate to the matters under inquiry or examination;
(2) assist in assessing the credibility of a witness;
(3) contradict or corroborate the testimony of a witness; or
(4) demonstrate the existence of undue influence on a witness.

Credits

Added by Acts 2007, c. 546, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2007.
MD Code, State Government, § 2-1802, MD STATE GOVT § 2-1802
Current through legislation effective through April 9, 2023, from the 2024 Regular Session of the General Assembly. Some statute sections may be more current, see credits for details.
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