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§ 12–103

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't § 12-103 (2026)
Title 12. Other Powers of Counties -- Generally
Subtitle 1. County Officers and Employees

§ 12–103Copy Citation

(a)
This section applies to all counties except:
(1)
Anne Arundel County;
(2)
Baltimore City;
(3)
Baltimore County;
(4)
Cecil County;
(5)
Howard County;
(6)
Prince George’s County; and
(7)
Worcester County.
(b)
The provisions of §§ 9–105 and 9–106 of this article apply to an act, an ordinance, or a resolution adopted by a commission county under this section.
(c)
The governing body of a county may establish a merit system in connection with the appointment of county officials and employees not elected or appointed under the Maryland Constitution or public general law of the State.