Maryland § 20-1045

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 20-1045, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 20-1045.

    (a)    The Attorney General may seek an injunction to prohibit a person that has engaged or is engaging in a civil rights violation, from continuing or engaging in the violation.

    (b)    In a request for injunctive relief brought under this section, the Attorney General is not required to:

        (1)    post bond;

        (2)    allege or prove that an adequate remedy at law does not exist; or

        (3)    allege or prove that substantial or irreparable damage would result from any conduct alleged.

    (c)    The Office of the Attorney General shall serve notice of the general relief sought on the alleged violator at least 7 days before the action for an injunction is filed.

    (d)    The court may enter any order of judgment necessary to:

        (1)    prevent the use by a person of any prohibited practice;

        (2)    restore to a person any money, real property, or personal property acquired by means of any prohibited practice; or

        (3)    appoint a receiver to prevent willful violation of this title.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 20-1045

What does Maryland Code § 20-1045 cover?

Section 20-1045 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 § 20-1045?

A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 20-1045" (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 § 20-1045 apply to my situation?

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