Maryland § 1-303
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 1-303, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1-303.
(a) If the purchaser returns the container to the consignee:
(1) The consignee shall deliver the container within 48 hours to the carrier that delivered the container to the place of sale; and
(2) The consignee shall obtain a receipt for the container from the carrier.
(b) After the consignee delivers the container to the carrier:
(1) The consignee shall have no further responsibility for the container; and
(2) The carrier shall be responsible to the owner for the full value of the container until it has been returned to the point at which it was received from the owner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 1-303
What does Maryland Code § 1-303 cover?
Section 1-303 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 § 1-303?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 1-303" (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 § 1-303 apply to my situation?
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