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§ 7–109

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Crim. Law § 7-109 (2026)
Title 7. Theft and Related Crimes
Subtitle 1. Crimes Involving Theft

§ 7–109Copy Citation

(a)
Subject to subsection (b) of this section, a charge of theft may be proved by evidence that the theft was committed in a manner that is theft under this part, even if a different manner is specified in the information, indictment, warrant, or other charging document.
(b)
A court may grant a continuance or other appropriate relief:
(1)
to ensure a fair trial; and
(2)
if the conduct of the defense would be prejudiced by lack of fair notice or by surprise.