Maryland § 11-804
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 11-804, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11-804.
(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, if in the ordinary course of business a contract for sale of goods is made between a consignee and a third person, the contract and any payment made in the ordinary course of business for the goods under the contract is valid against the owner of the goods, even if the third person has notice that the seller of the goods is a consignee.
(b) A contract or payment described in subsection (a) of this section is not valid against the owner of the goods if the third person has notice that the seller is not authorized to sell the goods or to receive payments for them, as the case may be.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 11-804
What does Maryland Code § 11-804 cover?
Section 11-804 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 § 11-804?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 11-804" (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 § 11-804 apply to my situation?
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