Plain Text Law

Part II – Rules of Interpretation

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

Balt., Md., Code art. 8, § 2-31 (2026)

§ 2-31 In general.Copy Citation

In interpreting and applying <cite data-path="|8">this article</cite>, the following rules of interpretation apply:
(1)
those contained in Subtitles 2 and 3 of the City Code’s <cite data-path="|general">General Provisions Article</cite>; and
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(2)
any additional rules contained in this Part II.
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History: Ord. 04-795
History: Ord. 22-125
Balt., Md., Code art. 8, § 2-32 (2026)

§ 2-32 Conflicting provisions.Copy Citation

(a)Article sets minimum requirements.
In their interpretation and application, the provisions of <cite data-path="|8">this article</cite> must be taken to be the minimum requirements for the promotion of the public health, safety, and general welfare.
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(b)Other laws.
If another applicable law relating to conflicts of interest, financial disclosure, or lobbying is more stringent than <cite data-path="|8">this article</cite>, that provision also applies.
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(c)Agency rules and regulations.
If an agency adopts a rule or regulation relating to conflicts of interest that is more stringent than <cite data-path="|8">this article</cite>, that provision also applies.
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History: Ord. 04-795
History: Ord. 22-125
Balt., Md., Code art. 8, § 2-33 (2026)

§ 2-33 Liberal construction.Copy Citation

The Mayor and City Council intends that the provisions of <cite data-path="|8">this article</cite>, except those imposing criminal sanctions, be liberally construed to accomplish their purposes.
History: Ord. 04-795
History: Ord. 22-125