Maryland § 12-419
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 12-419, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-419.
(a) The original buyer of a payment instrument may request a duplicate of the instrument if the request is:
(1) In writing; and
(2) If required by the licensee, accompanied by:
(i) An affidavit that gives the reason for the request and states the facts relating to the loss of or other failure to produce the original payment instrument; and
(ii) A personal indemnity bond or, if the total amount of the payment instruments for which a duplicate is requested is $150 or more, a lost instrument corporate bond instead of a personal indemnity bond.
(b) Each licensee shall issue or refuse to issue a duplicate payment instrument within 30 days after a request for the duplicate is made under this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 12-419
What does Maryland Code § 12-419 cover?
Section 12-419 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 § 12-419?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 12-419" (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 § 12-419 apply to my situation?
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