Maryland § 16-205
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 16-205, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-205.
(a) An aircraft lien is subordinate only to the rights of the holder of any of the following instruments relating to the aircraft, executed and recorded with the Federal Aviation Administration before the time the lien becomes effective:
(1) Bill of sale;
(2) Contract of conditional sale;
(3) Conveyance; or
(4) Mortgage or assignment of mortgage.
(b) A motor vehicle lien is subordinate only to a security interest perfected as required by law, except in the case of a motor vehicle sold under § 16-207 of this subtitle.
(c) (1) In this subsection, “preferred ship mortgage” means a preferred mortgage as defined in 46 U.S.C. § 31322 on a vessel of the United States that is filed in accordance with 46 U.S.C. §§ 31321 through 31330.
(2) (i) A boat lien is subordinate to a preferred ship mortgage that is filed with the Secretary of Transportation before the boat is sold under § 16-207 of this subtitle.
(ii) Except in the case of a boat sold under § 16-207 of this subtitle, a boat lien is subordinate to a security interest perfected as required by law.
(d) A mobile home lien is subordinate only to a security interest perfected as required by law, except in the case of a mobile home sold under § 16-207 of this subtitle.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 16-205
What does Maryland Code § 16-205 cover?
Section 16-205 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 § 16-205?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 16-205" (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 § 16-205 apply to my situation?
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