Maryland Statutes
Part II - Civil Actions and Special Proceedings
Section 12-308 - Required Findings

(a)    If an action or special proceeding against a State officer or State employee in which the Attorney General has declined representation under § 12-304(b)(1) of this subtitle results in final judgment, the court or jury shall find whether:
        (1)    the defense of sovereign immunity is available to the officer or employee;
        (2)    the officer or employee was acting within the scope of the employment of the officer or employee;
        (3)    the alleged act or omission was malicious; and
        (4)    the alleged act or omission was grossly negligent.
    (b)    A jury shall make the findings by written, special verdict.

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