Maryland § 13-831
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-831, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-831.
(a) Except for a liability that has accrued or will accrue before the date of release or discharge, a surety is released and discharged from liability on a bond to the State 60 days after the surety submits to the tax collector a written request for release or discharge.
(b) On receipt of a written request from a surety for release and discharge, the tax collector promptly shall give the person who posted the bond notice that:
(1) the surety has asked to be released and discharged from liability on the bond; and
(2) a substitute security must be filed before the date on which the surety is released and discharged under subsection (a) of this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-831
What does Maryland Code § 13-831 cover?
Section 13-831 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 § 13-831?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 13-831" (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 § 13-831 apply to my situation?
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