Maryland § 12-110

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 12-110, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 12-110.

    (a)    A person who loses money at a gaming device that is prohibited by this subtitle, Subtitle 2 of this title, or Title 13 of this article:

        (1)    may recover the money as if it were a common debt; and

        (2)    is a competent witness to prove the loss.

    (b)    Notwithstanding subsection (a) of this section, a person may not recover money or any other thing that the person won by betting at a gaming device prohibited by this subtitle, Subtitle 2 of this title, or Title 13 of this article.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 12-110

What does Maryland Code § 12-110 cover?

Section 12-110 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 § 12-110?

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Is this the official text of Maryland law?

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