Maryland § 14-806
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 14-806, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-806.
(a) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, when possession of real property is delivered to a landlord or complainant following an action under § 8–401, § 8–402, or § 8–402.1 of this article or § 14–132 of this title, the sheriff, constable, or other official shall:
(i) Immediately inspect the premises for any pet; and
(ii) Provide to the tenant or person who was holding possession of the real property any pet on the premises belonging to the tenant or person who was holding possession of the real property.
(2) If the tenant or person who was holding possession of real property is not present at the time the real property is delivered to a landlord or complainant, the sheriff, constable, or other official shall:
(i) Contact an animal shelter or animal rescue organization to take custody of the pet;
(ii) Provide the tenant or person who was holding possession of the real property with the name and contact information of the animal shelter or animal rescue organization where the pet is taken; and
(iii) Provide the animal shelter or animal rescue organization with the name and contact information, including the telephone number if available, of the tenant or person who was holding possession of the real property from which the pet was taken.
(b) A person may not remove a pet from real property delivered to a landlord or complainant following an action under § 8–401, § 8–402, or § 8–402.1 of this article or § 14–132 of this title and leave the pet on public property or a public right–of–way.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 14-806
What does Maryland Code § 14-806 cover?
Section 14-806 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 § 14-806?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 14-806" (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 § 14-806 apply to my situation?
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