Maryland § 22-205
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 22-205, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 22-205.
(a) In this section, an offer or acceptance is conditional if it is conditioned on agreement by the other party to all the terms of the offer or acceptance.
(b) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (c) of this section, a conditional offer or acceptance precludes formation of a contract unless the other party agrees to its terms, such as by manifesting assent.
(c) If an offer and acceptance are in standard forms and at least one form is conditional, the following rules apply:
(1) Conditional language in a standard term precludes formation of a contract only if the actions of the party proposing the form are consistent with the conditional language, such as by refusing to perform, refusing to permit performance, or refusing to accept the benefits of the agreement, until its proposed terms are accepted.
(2) A party that agrees, such as by manifesting assent, to a conditional offer that is effective under paragraph (1) of this subsection adopts the terms of the offer under § 22-208 or § 22-209 of this subtitle, except a term that conflicts with an expressly agreed term regarding price or quantity.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 22-205
What does Maryland Code § 22-205 cover?
Section 22-205 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 § 22-205?
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