§ 3–101
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Crim. Law § 3-101 (2026)
Title 3. Other Crimes Against the Person
Subtitle 1. Suicide
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(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)
“Licensed health care professional” means a duly licensed or certified:
(1)
physician;
(2)
surgeon;
(3)
podiatrist;
(4)
osteopath;
(5)
osteopathic physician;
(6)
osteopathic surgeon;
(7)
physician assistant;
(8)
registered nurse;
(9)
licensed practical nurse;
(10)
nurse practitioner;
(11)
dentist;
(12)
pharmacist; or
(13)
emergency medical services provider, in accordance with § 13-516 of the Education Article.
(c)
“Suicide” means the act or instance in which an individual intentionally takes the individual’s own life.