§ 9-301. Definitions

MD Fam L Code § 9-301 (2019) (N/A)
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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.