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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".01" citation="COMAR 12.04.10.01" title_num="12" subtitle_num="04" chapter_num="10" heading="Purpose.">
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>The purpose of the Uniform State Disciplinary Matrix is for law enforcement agencies to apply disciplinary standards in a fair, equitable and consistent manner Statewide.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>This chapter establishes the Uniform State Disciplinary Matrix required for all matters that may result in discipline of a police officer.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="C.">
    <text>A law enforcement agency shall adopt the Uniform State Disciplinary Matrix in accordance with Public Safety Article, §3-105, Annotated Code of Maryland.</text>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>