§ 7–229
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Envir. § 7-229 (2026)
Title 7. Hazardous Materials and Hazardous Substances
Subtitle 2. Controlled Hazardous Substances
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A person who is called on for assistance in an emergency has the immunity from civil liability or penalty described under § 5-617 of the Courts and Judicial Proceedings Article as a result of assistance or advice rendered in:
(1)
Mitigating the effects of an actual or threatened discharge of a hazardous substance or material;
(2)
Preventing a discharge of a hazardous substance or material;
(3)
Cleaning up a discharge of a hazardous substance or material; or
(4)
Attempting any of the acts in this subsection.