# 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.

## § 2-31 In general.

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

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

(2) any additional rules contained in this Part II.

*History: Ord. 04-795*

*History: Ord. 22-125*

## § 2-32 Conflicting provisions.

Balt., Md., Code art. 8, § 2-32 (2026)

(a) 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.

(b) 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.

(c) 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.

*History: Ord. 04-795*

*History: Ord. 22-125*

## § 2-33 Liberal construction.

Balt., Md., Code art. 8, § 2-33 (2026)

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*