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2021 Maryland Statutes
General Provisions
Title 1 - Rules of Interpretation
Subtitle 2 - Interpretation of Code Provisions
Section 1-205 - Effect of Repeal or Amendment of Statute
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MD General Provisions Code Ann. § 1-205 (2021)
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(a) Except as otherwise expressly provided, the repeal, repeal and reenactment, or amendment of a statute does not release, extinguish, or alter a criminal or civil penalty, forfeiture, or liability imposed or incurred under the statute.
(b) A repealed, repealed and reenacted, or amended statute shall remain in effect for the purpose of sustaining any:
(1) criminal or civil action, suit, proceeding, or prosecution for the enforcement of a penalty, forfeiture, or liability; and
(2) judgment, decree, or order that imposes, inflicts, or declares the penalty, forfeiture, or liability.
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