Maryland § 3-701

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 3-701, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 3-701.

    (a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

    (b)    “Document” means information that is:

        (1)    Inscribed on a tangible medium or stored in an electronic or other medium and retrievable in perceivable form; and

        (2)    Eligible to be recorded in the land records maintained by the clerk of a circuit court.

    (c)    “Electronic” means relating to technology having electrical, digital, magnetic, optical, electromagnetic, or similar capabilities.

    (d)    “Electronic document” means a document that is received by the clerk of a circuit court in electronic form.

    (e)    “Electronic signature” means an electronic sound, symbol, or process attached to or logically associated with a document and executed or adopted by a person with the intent to sign the document.

    (f)    “Person” means an individual, a corporation, a statutory trust, a personal representative of an estate, a trustee, a partnership, a limited liability company, an association, a joint venture, a public corporation, a government, a governmental subdivision, an agency, an instrumentality, or any other legal or commercial entity.

    (g)    “State” means a state of the United States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, or any territory or insular possession subject to the jurisdiction of the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 3-701

What does Maryland Code § 3-701 cover?

Section 3-701 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 § 3-701?

A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 3-701" (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?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.

How does Maryland § 3-701 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

Sources & Verification

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