§ 20–703
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 20-703 (2026)
Title 20. Miscellaneous Health Provisions
Subtitle 7. Injury Reports
§ 20–703LinkCopy Citation
(a)
A physician, pharmacist, dentist, or nurse who treats an individual for an injury that was caused or shows evidence of having been caused by a gunshot of any type, or the individual in charge of a hospital that treats the injured individual, shall notify the county sheriff, the county police, or the Department of State Police of the injury as soon as practicable.
(b)
A report of injury shall include:
(1)
The injured individual’s name and address, if known;
(2)
A description of the injury; and
(3)
Any other facts concerning the matter that might assist in detecting crime.
(c)
A person who fails to make a report required by this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $25.