Maryland § 3-2012
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 3-2012, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-2012.
(a) Notwithstanding the failure of an agreement to meet the requirements of § 3–2002 of this subtitle, a tribunal may find that the parties intended to enter into a collaborative law participation agreement if the parties:
(1) Signed a record indicating an intention to enter into a collaborative law participation agreement; and
(2) Reasonably believed they were participating in a collaborative law process.
(b) If a tribunal makes the findings specified in subsection (a) of this section and the interests of justice require, the tribunal may:
(1) Enforce an agreement evidenced by a record resulting from the process in which the parties participated; and
(2) Apply the privileges under § 3–2009 of this subtitle.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 3-2012
What does Maryland Code § 3-2012 cover?
Section 3-2012 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 § 3-2012?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 3-2012" (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 § 3-2012 apply to my situation?
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