§ 11–109

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Crim. Proc. § 11-109 (2026)

Title 11. Victims and Witnesses

Subtitle 1. General Provisions

(a)

In this section, “body fluids” has the meaning stated in § 18–338.1 of the Health – General Article.

(b)

Exposure to HIV or hepatitis C between a victim and a person charged with a prohibited exposure occurs:

(1)

by percutaneous or mucocutaneous contact with blood or body fluids;

(2)

by contact for a prolonged period with blood or body fluids of an open wound, including dermatitis, exudative lesions, and chapped skin;

(3)

by intact skin contact for a prolonged period with large amounts of blood or body fluids; or

(4)

under any other condition or circumstance under which a person may be exposed to HIV or hepatitis C.