§ 9–514

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't § 9-514 (2026)

Title 9. General and Administrative Provisions

Subtitle 5

(a)

(1)

A person denied a right conferred by this subtitle may file a complaint for mandamus, injunction, or other appropriate remedy in circuit court.

(2)

A plaintiff need not allege or prove an irreparable injury or an injury different from the public at large.

(b)

A complaint under this section shall be filed within 1 year after the date of the alleged violation.

(c)

The court shall conduct a hearing within 7 days after a complaint is filed.

(d)

A violation of this subtitle is deemed an injury to the public at large.

(e)

(1)

The court shall issue an order that:

(i)

grants or denies all or part of the relief sought;

(ii)

awards appropriate attorney’s fees or costs; and

(iii)

determines the effect of the action alleged to be in violation of this subtitle.

(2)

The court may void an action taken at a public agency meeting in violation of this subtitle.