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Home » US Law » 2022 Maryland Statutes » Criminal Procedure » Title 2 - Law Enforcement Procedures; Arrest Process » Subtitle 1 - Definitions; General Provisions » Section 2-108 – Notification of Parent or Guardian of the Charging or Arrest of Minor

    (a)    A law enforcement officer who charges a minor with a criminal offense shall make a reasonable attempt to notify the parent or guardian of the minor of the charge.

    (b)    If a law enforcement officer takes a minor into custody, the law enforcement officer or the officer’s designee shall make a reasonable attempt to notify the parent or guardian of the minor within 48 hours of the arrest of the minor.