§ 5–618
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Cts. & Jud. Proc. § 5-618 (2026)
Title 5. Limitations, Prohibited Actions, and Immunities
Subtitle 6. Immunities and Prohibited Actions -- Health and Public Safety
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(a)
Any person who files a petition, participates in the making of a good faith report, or participates in an investigation or in a judicial proceeding resulting from the filing of a petition or the making of a good faith report, under § 13-705 or § 13-709 of the Estates and Trusts Article or Title 14, Subtitle 3 of the Family Law Article, shall in so doing be immune from any civil liability or criminal penalty that might otherwise be incurred or imposed as a result thereof.
(b)
A law enforcement officer is not civilly or criminally liable for transporting an adult to an appropriate medical facility under § 13-709 of the Estates and Trusts Article if the officer acts:
(1)
In a reasonably prudent manner; and
(2)
Within the scope of the officer’s employment.