# General Provisions (GGP)

## Title 1. Rules of Interpretation

### Subtitle 2. Interpretation of Code Provisions

#### Section 1-208

Unless otherwise provided by law, the caption or catchline of a section or subsection that is printed in bold type, italics, or otherwise:

(1) is intended as a mere catchword to indicate the contents of the section or subsection; and

(2)

  (i) may not be considered as a title of the section or subsection; and

  (ii) may not be considered as a title if the section, subsection, caption, or catchline is amended or reenacted.

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