Maryland § 15-209
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 15-209, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-209.
(a) If a conveyance or obligation is fraudulent as to a creditor whose claim has matured, the creditor, as against any person except a purchaser for fair consideration without knowledge of the fraud at the time of the purchase or one who has derived title immediately or immediately from such a purchaser, may:
(1) Have the conveyance set aside or obligation annulled to the extent necessary to satisfy the claim; or
(2) Levy on or garnish the property conveyed as if the conveyance were not made.
(b) In an action to have a conveyance set aside or an obligation annulled, it is not necessary as a condition to the granting of relief that the creditor first obtain judgment on the claim.
(c) A purchaser who without actual fraudulent intent has given less than a fair consideration for the conveyance or obligation may retain the property or obligation as security for repayment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 15-209
What does Maryland Code § 15-209 cover?
Section 15-209 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 § 15-209?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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