Except in the discharge of an official duty, an official or employee or a former official or employee may not disclose or use confidential information acquired by reason of the individual’s public position or former public position and not available to the public:
(1) for personal economic benefit; or
(2) for the economic benefit of another.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 5 - Maryland Public Ethics Law
Subtitle 5 - Conflicts of Interest
Section 5-501 - Restrictions on Participation
Section 5-502 - Employment or Financial Interests -- General Restriction
Section 5-503 - Employment Restriction -- Entities Contracting With State
Section 5-504 - Employment Restriction -- Representation or Assistance
Section 5-505 - Gifts or Honoraria
Section 5-506 - Use of Prestige of Office
Section 5-507 - Disclosure or Use of Confidential Information
Section 5-508 - Unlawful Harassment or Discrimination Prohibited
Section 5-509 - Retaliation Prohibited for Reporting or Participating in Investigations