In this chapter, the following words have the meanings indicated. Terms Defined. “Act” or “Public Information Act” means State Government Article, Title 10, Subtitle 6, Part III, Annotated Code of Maryland. “Applicant” means a person who asks to inspect a public record. “Custodian” has the meaning stated in State Government Article, §10-611, Annotated Code of Maryland. “Official custodian” means, unless otherwise provided by law, the Secretary. “Public record” has the meaning stated in State Government Article, §10-611, Annotated Code of Maryland.