Maryland § 14-617
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 14-617, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-617.
(a) In all cases the plaintiff shall submit evidence at a hearing before the court establishing the plaintiff’s title and the court may hear or take any evidence offered respecting the claims of any defendant, other than claims the validity of which is admitted by the plaintiff in the complaint.
(b) (1) A judgment in an action under this subtitle shall be recorded in the land records of the county in which any portion of the property is located.
(2) The clerk shall index the judgment in accordance with § 3–302 of this article, with the parties against whom the judgment is entered as grantor and the party in whose favor the judgment is entered as grantee.
(c) Except as provided under § 14–607(b) of this subtitle, a court may award to either party costs and reasonable attorney’s fees if a claim or defense in the case is related to an alleged violation of § 3–104.2 of this article.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 14-617
What does Maryland Code § 14-617 cover?
Section 14-617 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 § 14-617?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 14-617" (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 § 14-617 apply to my situation?
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