As provided under § 16–203(a)(4) of the Health – General Article, a victim of sexual abuse, physical abuse, or a crime of violence who is a responsible relative of the perpetrator may not be held liable for the cost of health services provided to the perpetrator of the offense by the Maryland Department of Health.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 11 - Victims and Witnesses
Subtitle 10 - Treatment and Help
Section 11-1002 - Guidelines for Treatment of Victim of Crime, Victim's Representative, or Witness
Section 11-1004 - Effect of Subtitle
Section 11-1005 - Victim and Responsible Relative; Cost of Health Services
Section 11-1006 - Programs for Survivors of Homicide Victims
Section 11-1007 - Services for Victim of Alleged Rape, Sexual Offense, or Child Abuse
Section 11-1008 - Pilot Program for Preventing Hiv Infection for Rape Victims