§ 9–702
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., State Pers. & Pens. § 9-702 (2026)
Title 9. Leave Time and Holidays
Subtitle 7. Work-Related Accident Leave
§ 9–702LinkCopy Citation
(a)
An employee may use work-related accident leave:
(1)
beginning on the first day of disability; and
(2)
continuing until the earlier of:
(i)
the day that the employee is able to return to work, as certified by a physician; or
(ii)
6 months from the day of disability.
(b)
After an employee returns to work, work-related accident leave may be granted for continuing treatment as certified by a physician selected by the appointing authority up to 6 months from the day of the original disability.
(c)
Work-related accident leave may be granted for up to an additional 6 months if:
(1)
the employee is certified by a physician selected or accepted by the appointing authority; and
(2)
no decision has been reached by the Workers' Compensation Commission on the employee's claim.