Maryland § 13-317
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-317, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-317.
(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, as a condition of accepting a credit card or device as payment for consumer credit, goods, realty, or services, a person may not record the address or telephone number of the credit card holder.
(b) A person may record the address or telephone number of a credit card holder if:
(1) The information is necessary for:
(i) The shipping, delivery, or installation of consumer goods; or
(ii) Special orders of consumer goods or services;
(2) Authorization from the credit card issuer as to the availability of credit is not required by the issuer to complete the credit card transaction; or
(3) The person processes credit card transactions by mailing transaction forms to a designated bankcard center for settlement.
(c) A person accepting a credit card or device as payment for consumer credit, goods, realty, or services may request that the credit card holder display a form of identification.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-317
What does Maryland Code § 13-317 cover?
Section 13-317 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 13-317?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 13-317" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 13-317 apply to my situation?
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