# Correctional Services (GCS)

## Title 3. Division of Correction

### Subtitle 2. Powers and Personnel

#### Section 3-213

(a) The Commissioner may appoint one or more assistant wardens for a correctional facility.

(b) An assistant warden shall have the same qualifications as a warden.

(c) An assistant warden serves at the pleasure of the Commissioner.

(d) An assistant warden shall perform the duties of the warden in the absence of the warden.

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Md. Code Ann., Corr. Servs. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)