# Part II – Immunization Required

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

## § 4-503 Parental responsibility.

Balt., Md., Code § 4-503 (2026)

Except as specified in <cite data-path="|health|§4-506">§ 4-506 {“Exceptions”} of this subtitle</cite>, every parent and guardian must provide for the timely and appropriate immunization of their minor children against all immunization-preventable childhood diseases, as specified by rule or regulation that the  Commissioner adopts under <cite data-path="|health|§2-106">§ 2-106 {“Rules and regulations”} of this article</cite>.

*History: Ord. 99-548*

*History: Text Conformed 03/10/21*

## § 4-504 Scope of enforcement.

Balt., Md., Code § 4-504 (2026)

In enforcing this Part II, each child who is not properly immunized as required is considered a separate offense.

*History: Ord. 99-548*

## § 4-505 Rules and regulations.

Balt., Md., Code § 4-505 (2026)

In adopting rules and regulations under this Part II, the Commissioner must consider the recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.

*History: Ord. 99-548*

## § 4-506 Exceptions.

Balt., Md., Code § 4-506 (2026)

This Part II does not apply:

(1) to any child whose parent or guardian, in accordance with the rules and regulations of the State Secretary of Health and Mental Hygiene, objects to immunization on the ground that it conflicts with the parent’s or guardian’s bona fide religious beliefs and practices; or

(2) if, because of a child’s medical condition, the administration of an immunizing agent could precipitate a medical emergency.

*History: Ord. 99-548*

## §§ 4-507 to 4-508

Balt., Md., Code § 4-507 to 4-508 (2026)

Reserved