Maryland Code, FAMILY LAW 13-103
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Terms Used In Maryland Code, FAMILY LAW 13-103
- Adult: means an individual at least 18 years old. See
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Oath: A promise to tell the truth.
- state: means :
(1) a state, possession, territory, or commonwealth of the United States; or
(2) the District of Columbia. See
(a) A complaint under this section shall be made under oath in writing to a State‘s Attorney.
(b) An individual may make a complaint that states that:
(1) the individual is a destitute adult child;
(2) a parent of the destitute adult child has or is able to earn means sufficient to provide the destitute adult child with necessary food, shelter, care, and clothing; and
(3) the parent has neglected or refused to provide the destitute adult child with necessary food, shelter, care, and clothing.