# Subtitle 12 – Temporary Help Businesses

Current through 2026-07-17. Source: City of Balt., Md., Ord. 26-129. Published by the Baltimore City Department of Legislative Reference.

## § 12-1 Construction of subtitle.

Balt., Md., Code art. 11, § 12-1 (2026)

This subtitle shall not in any way be interpreted to interfere with the rights of an employer as guaranteed by the National Labor Relations Act as amended.

*History: Ord. 72-216*

## § 12-2 Supplying labor during work stoppage or strike.

Balt., Md., Code art. 11, § 12-2 (2026)

(a) It shall be unlawful for any person, partnership, agency, firm, or corporation, or officer or agent thereof, conducting a temporary help business which consists of directly employing individuals for the purpose of furnishing temporary full-time or part-time help to others, to knowingly supply persons to perform labor in place of an employee involved in an authorized strike or work stoppage after the inception of said strike or work stoppage.

(b) Provided, however, this prohibition shall not apply to supplying security or maintenance personnel necessary for the protection and preservation of life, health, and property.

*History: Ord. 72-216*

## § 12-3 Penalties.

Balt., Md., Code art. 11, § 12-3 (2026)

Any person, firm, or corporation violating this subtitle shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction thereof, shall be subject to a fine not to exceed $500 or by imprisonment for a term of not more than 12 months, or both, at the discretion of the court.

*History: Ord. 72-216*