Md. Code, Public Safety § 2-401
This is the official text of Md. Code, Public Safety § 2-401, part of Maryland’s Code, Public Safety — governs police, fire, and emergency services.
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§2–401.
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(a) If there are inconsistencies between this article and the State Personnel and Pensions Article, this article controls as to any matter that relates to the Department.
(b) Except as expressly provided in this article, the State Personnel and Pensions Article does not apply to or affect the compensation, rank, grade, or status of police employees.
(c) Except as expressly provided in this article, the compensation, civilian classification, and status of civilian employees shall be determined in accordance with the State Personnel and Pensions Article.
(b) Except as expressly provided in this article, the State Personnel and Pensions Article does not apply to or affect the compensation, rank, grade, or status of police employees.
(c) Except as expressly provided in this article, the compensation, civilian classification, and status of civilian employees shall be determined in accordance with the State Personnel and Pensions Article.
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