Md. Code, Criminal Law § 5-502
This is the official text of Md. Code, Criminal Law § 5-502, part of Maryland’s Code, Criminal Law — defines crimes and punishments in Maryland.
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§5–502.
Official statutory text
An authorized provider may not dispense methadone, directly or by prescription, unless:
(1) the authorized provider is associated with a controlled drug therapy program authorized by the Department; or
(2) an emergency or medical situation exists under regulations that the Department adopts in cooperation with the Medical and Chirurgical Faculty of Maryland.
(1) the authorized provider is associated with a controlled drug therapy program authorized by the Department; or
(2) an emergency or medical situation exists under regulations that the Department adopts in cooperation with the Medical and Chirurgical Faculty of Maryland.
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