§ 13–1210
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 13-1210 (2026)
Title 13. Miscellaneous Health Care Programs
Subtitle 12. Maternal Mortality Review Program
§ 13–1210LinkCopy Citation
(a)
A meeting of a local team shall be closed to the public and not subject to Title 3 of the General Provisions Article when a local team is discussing individual cases of maternal deaths.
(b)
Subject to subsection (c) of this section, a meeting of a local team shall be open to the public and subject to Title 3 of the General Provisions Article when the local team is not discussing individual cases of maternal deaths.
(c)
(1)
During a public meeting, information may not be disclosed that identifies:
(i)
A deceased woman; or
(ii)
A family member, guardian, or caretaker of a deceased woman.
(2)
During a public meeting, information may not be disclosed regarding the involvement of any agency with:
(i)
A deceased woman; or
(ii)
A family member, guardian, or caretaker of a deceased woman.
(d)
This section does not prohibit a local team from requesting the attendance at a team meeting of an individual who has information relevant to the team’s performance of its purpose and duties.
(e)
A violation of this section is a misdemeanor and is punishable by a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 90 days or both.