Maryland § 10-409.1
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 10-409.1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-409.1.
(a) Except as otherwise expressly provided by law, a person may not pay, allow, or give, or offer to pay, allow, or give, directly or indirectly, any valuable consideration to an insured as an inducement to use the services of a public adjuster.
(b) A public adjuster may pay a commission, service fee, or any other valuable consideration to a person only if that person is required to be licensed, and is licensed, as a public adjuster.
(c) A person may not accept a commission, service fee, or any other valuable consideration if the person is required to be licensed, but is not licensed, as a public adjuster.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 10-409.1
What does Maryland Code § 10-409.1 cover?
Section 10-409.1 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 § 10-409.1?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 10-409.1" (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 § 10-409.1 apply to my situation?
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