# State Government (GSG)

## Title 10. Governmental Procedures

### Subtitle 2. Administrative Procedure Act -- Contested Cases

#### Section 10-217

The standard of proof in a contested case shall be the preponderance of evidence unless the standard of clear and convincing evidence is imposed on the agency by regulation, statute, or constitution.

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Md. Code Ann., State Gov't (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)