§ 5–705.4
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Fam. Law § 5-705.4 (2026)
Title 5. Children
Subtitle 7. Child Abuse and Neglect
§ 5–705.4LinkCopy Citation
If an agency participating in an investigation under § 5–706 of this subtitle has substantial grounds to believe that a person has knowingly failed to report suspected abuse or neglect as required by § 5–704 of this subtitle, the agency shall:
(1)
file a complaint with the appropriate licensing board in accordance with the provisions of the Health Occupations Article if the person is a health practitioner;
(2)
file a complaint with the appropriate law enforcement agency if the person is a police officer; or
(3)
file a complaint with the county board of education or the appropriate agency, institution, or licensed facility at which the person is employed if the person is an educator or a human service worker.