Maryland § 12-312
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 12-312, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-312.
(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, property or part of a property in which a person has an ownership interest is subject to forfeiture as proceeds, if the State establishes by clear and convincing evidence that:
(1) the person has violated §§ 5–602 through 5–609, §§ 5–612 through 5–614, § 5–617, § 5–618, or § 5–628 of the Criminal Law Article or has attempted or conspired to violate Title 5 of the Criminal Law Article;
(2) the property was acquired by the person during the violation or within a reasonable time after the violation; and
(3) there was no other likely source for the property.
(b) Real property used as the principal family residence may not be forfeited under this section unless:
(1) an owner of the real property was convicted of a crime described under subsection (a) of this section; or
(2) the real property is covered by § 12–103(d)(2) of this title.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 12-312
What does Maryland Code § 12-312 cover?
Section 12-312 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 § 12-312?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 12-312" (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 § 12-312 apply to my situation?
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