Md. Code, Local Government § 10-304
Md. Code, Local Government § 10-304
in effect(a) A county may establish, maintain, and control hospitals, homeless shelters, and other similar institutions in the county.
(b) A county may establish and maintain courthouses.
(c) A county may:
(1) establish and maintain local correctional or detention facilities and juvenile facilities;
(2) regulate all individuals confined in the facilities; and
(3) make appropriate provisions for females and juveniles.
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