# General Provisions (GGP)

## Title 5. Maryland Public Ethics Law

### Subtitle 5. Conflicts of Interest

#### Section 5-509

An official or employee may not retaliate against an individual for reporting or participating in an investigation of a potential violation of the Maryland Public Ethics Law.

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