Maryland Statutes
§ 9-301
Maryland § 9-301
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Bluebook
Md. Code Ann., Family Law § 9-301 (2026).
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(a)In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)(1) “Lawful custodian” means a person who is authorized to have custody of and exercise control over a child who is under the age of 16 years.
(2)“Lawful custodian” includes a person who is authorized to have custody by an order of a court of competent jurisdiction in this State or any other state.
(c)“Relative” means:
(1)a parent;
(2)a grandparent or other ancestor;
(3)a brother;
(4)a sister;
(5)an aunt;
(6)an uncle; or
(7)an individual who was a lawful custodian before the commission of an act that violates § 9-304 or § 9-305 of this subtitle.
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