§ 8–503
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 8-503 (2026)
Title 8. Substance Use Disorders Law
Subtitle 5
§ 8–503LinkCopy Citation
(a)
If, after the police arrest an intoxicated individual for a criminal offense, the individual seems to require emergency medical treatment, the police immediately shall take the individual to a detoxification center or other appropriate health care facility as defined in § 19–114(d) of this article.
(b)
(1)
If necessary, after medical treatment, the police shall transport the individual to a program that provides detoxification services.
(2)
The individual may be admitted to a program that provides detoxification services in accordance with the provisions of § 8–501(d) of this subtitle.