Maryland Code > HUMAN SERVICES > Title 4 – Social Services
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| Subtitle 1 | Definitions | 4-101 |
| Subtitle 2 | Social Services Administration | 4-201 – 4-207 |
| Subtitle 3 | Miscellaneous Provisions | 4-301 – 4-305 |
Terms Used In Maryland Code > HUMAN SERVICES > Title 4 - Social Services
- Adult: means an individual at least 18 years old. See
- Dependent: A person dependent for support upon another.
- Dismissal: The dropping of a case by the judge without further consideration or hearing. Source:
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- Local department of social services: includes the Montgomery County government. See
- minor: means an individual under the age of 18 years. See
- Partnership: A voluntary contract between two or more persons to pool some or all of their assets into a business, with the agreement that there will be a proportional sharing of profits and losses.
- state: means :
(1) a state, possession, territory, or commonwealth of the United States; or
(2) the District of Columbia. See