Maryland § 11-216
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 11-216, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11-216.
(a) The sales and use tax does not apply to:
(1) a sale for use of tangible personal property, a digital code, or a digital product that:
(i) is bought outside this State;
(ii) is intended solely for use in another state; and
(iii) is stored in this State pending shipment to another state;
(2) a sale of tangible personal property to a person obligated under a contract to incorporate that property into real property located in another state where the purchase or use of that property would not be subject to a sales tax, use tax, or similar tax; or
(3) except for that portion of the purchase price allocable to intended viewing in this State, a sale of a series of images stored on video tape or in other optical or digital forms or electronic signals generated from these images to a cable or other nonbroadcast television network, if the images are intended for viewing by television viewers located outside the State.
(b) The sales and use tax shall be paid:
(1) on a sale under subsection (a)(1) of this section, when the tangible personal property is imported or stored in the State; and
(2) on a sale under subsection (a)(2) of this section, when the sale is made.
(c) A person who pays the sales and use tax under subsection (b) of this section may obtain the exemption by:
(1) filing a claim for refund with the Comptroller when the property is removed from the State; and
(2) providing the Comptroller with the evidence that the Comptroller requires by regulation, including:
(i) evidence of use or removal of the property from the State; and
(ii) satisfactory proof of entitlement to exemption in another state.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 11-216
What does Maryland Code § 11-216 cover?
Section 11-216 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 § 11-216?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 11-216" (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 § 11-216 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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