§ 3–214
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Corr. Servs. § 3-214 (2026)
Title 3. Division of Correction
Subtitle 2. Powers and Personnel
§ 3–214LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
The warden of a correctional facility or designee of the warden may issue a retake warrant for the apprehension and return of an escapee.
(2)
The warden shall submit a copy of each retake warrant to the State’s Attorney for the county in which the correctional facility from which the escape was made is located.
(b)
(1)
A sheriff or a police officer who is authorized to serve criminal process and who receives a retake warrant issued under subsection (a) of this section shall execute the warrant in accordance with the directions in the warrant.
(2)
A sheriff or police officer who makes an arrest under this subsection shall promptly notify the Division of the arrest.