§ 1–205
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Gen. Prov. § 1-205 (2026)
Title 1. Rules of Interpretation
Subtitle 2. Interpretation of Code Provisions
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(a)
Except as otherwise expressly provided, the repeal, repeal and reenactment, or amendment of a statute does not release, extinguish, or alter a criminal or civil penalty, forfeiture, or liability imposed or incurred under the statute.
(b)
A repealed, repealed and reenacted, or amended statute shall remain in effect for the purpose of sustaining any:
(1)
criminal or civil action, suit, proceeding, or prosecution for the enforcement of a penalty, forfeiture, or liability; and
(2)
judgment, decree, or order that imposes, inflicts, or declares the penalty, forfeiture, or liability.