§ 16-111. Trusts  


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  •    (a) Scope of section. -- This section applies to all counties except Baltimore City.

    (b) Authority to receive and hold trust. -- The governing body of a county may receive, hold, and control in trust all money or other property that is given to the county in trust for the purpose of education.

    (c) Administration of trust. -- By resolution or otherwise, the governing body of a county may provide for the administration of the trust in the manner prescribed by the trust instrument.

    (d) Duty of State's Attorneys. -- If the governing body of a county is neglectful in administering the trust, the State's Attorney of the county shall institute proceedings in the circuit court to compel the proper administration of the trust.


HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 25, § 158, 159; 2013, ch. 119, § 2.