Maryland § 12-604
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 12-604, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-604.
(a) In a contract governing the use of a safe-deposit box by a customer, the safe-deposit company may limit its total liability for any loss resulting from its negligence to a maximum amount, which may not be less than 500 times the annual rental charged for the safe-deposit box.
(b) The safe-deposit company may provide in the contract that it will not be liable for the loss of any money, jewelry, or other items specified in the contract for this purpose.
(c) The safe-deposit company may provide in the contract that the fact that an item was left in a safe-deposit box by a customer and, on a subsequent entry by the customer to the safe-deposit box, the property was missing does not:
(1) Raise a presumption that the property was lost by any negligence or wrongdoing for which the safe-deposit company is responsible; or
(2) Place on the safe-deposit company the burden of proving that the loss was not its fault.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 12-604
What does Maryland Code § 12-604 cover?
Section 12-604 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 § 12-604?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 12-604" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.
How does Maryland § 12-604 apply to my situation?
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