Maryland § 11-609
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 11-609, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11-609.
(a) A judgment of restitution that a circuit court orders under Part I of this subtitle shall be recorded and indexed in the civil judgment index by the clerk of the circuit court as a money judgment as the Maryland Rules provide.
(b) A judgment of restitution that is recorded and indexed in the civil judgment index as a money judgment under subsection (a) of this section:
(1) in the county of entry of the judgment, is a lien from the date of entry in the amount of the judgment on the restitution obligor’s interest in land located in the county of the entry of the judgment; but
(2) in a county other than the county of entry of the judgment, is a lien from the date of recording in the amount of the judgment on the restitution obligor’s interest in land located in that county.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 11-609
What does Maryland Code § 11-609 cover?
Section 11-609 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 § 11-609?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 11-609" (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 § 11-609 apply to my situation?
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