§ 2–309
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Cts. & Jud. Proc. § 2-309 (2026)
Title 2. Court Personnel
Subtitle 3. Sheriffs
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(a)
The sheriff of Baltimore City and each county may appoint, from time to time, from among his deputies a second in command. On the death, disqualification, or resignation of the sheriff or in the event the sheriff is convicted of a felony, the second in command shall succeed to all the powers, duties, responsibilities, and obligations of the sheriff until a successor has been appointed by the Governor.
(b)
Immediately upon assuming the powers of the sheriff, the second in command shall file a bond with the State Comptroller, in the same penalty and on the same conditions as that required of the sheriff.