# Environment (GEN)

## Title 4. Water Management

### Subtitle 1. Sediment Control

#### Section 4-114

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, before the Department exercises its authority under Sec. 4-109 or Sec. 4-110 of this subtitle, the Department shall:

  (1) Notify the delegated county or municipality of the violation and the Department's intended action; and

  (2) Provide reasonable opportunity for a joint inspection with a representative of the delegated county or municipality.

(b) If the Department determines that there is a substantial threat to the environment, the Department may take appropriate enforcement action without first providing a reasonable opportunity for a joint inspection under subsection (a)(2) of this section.

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