# Correctional Services (GCS)

## Title 5. Division of Pretrial Detention and Services

### Subtitle 2. Division of Pretrial Detention and Services

#### Section 5-203

(a) With the approval of the Secretary, the Commissioner shall appoint a Deputy Commissioner of Pretrial Detention and Services.

(b) The Deputy Commissioner serves at the pleasure of the Commissioner.

(c) The Deputy Commissioner shall be the acting Commissioner in the absence of the Commissioner.

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