§ 13–707
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Pub. Safety § 13-707 (2026)
Title 13. Militia
Subtitle 7. Active Duty or Training
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(a)
A member of the organized militia ordered into State active duty by proper authority is not liable civilly or criminally for any act done while discharging a duty.
(b)
(1)
The court shall require a person to file security for the payment of costs that may be awarded to the defendant when the person prosecutes or begins a suit or proceeding:
(i)
against an officer of the organized militia for an act done by the officer in the officer’s official capacity in the discharge of a duty under this title;
(ii)
against a person acting under the authority or order of an officer of the organized militia; or
(iii)
by virtue of a warrant that an officer of the militia lawfully issues.
(2)
In all cases, the defendant may make a general denial and give evidence.
(3)
If the case is dismissed or a verdict or judgment is rendered against the plaintiff, the defendant shall recover treble costs.