Maryland § 13-802
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-802, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-802.
(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section and § 13–805 of this subtitle, the fee for each certificate of title issued under this title is $200.
(b) (1) The fee for each certificate of title issued for a rental vehicle is $100.
(2) The fee for each certificate of title issued for an off–highway recreational vehicle is $70.
(3) The fee for each certificate of title issued for a motor scooter or a moped is $40.
(4) The fee for each certificate of title issued for a trailer with a gross vehicle weight of 3,000 pounds or less is $100 if:
(i) The trailer is transferred to:
1. A spouse, child, grandchild, parent, sibling, grandparent, father–in–law, mother–in–law, son–in–law, or daughter–in–law of the transferor; or
2. A niece or nephew of the transferor if the transferor is at least 65 years of age at the time of the transfer; and
(ii) No money or other valuable consideration is involved in the transfer.
(5) On the death of a joint owner of a vehicle, the Administration may not charge a fee for a new certificate of title issued for the vehicle to another joint owner who is the surviving spouse.
(6) On the death of a sole owner of a vehicle, the Administration may not charge a fee for a new certificate of title issued for the vehicle to a surviving spouse if ownership of the vehicle is transferred in accordance with § 13–114 of this title.
(c) The Administration may not charge a fee for a certificate of title issued for a vehicle that is transferred to a trust or from a trust to one or more beneficiaries in accordance with § 14.5–1001 of the Estates and Trusts Article.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-802
What does Maryland Code § 13-802 cover?
Section 13-802 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 § 13-802?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 13-802 apply to my situation?
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