Maryland § 7-303

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 7-303, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 7-303.

    (a)    Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, the Maryland estate tax does not apply to the transfer of personal property in an estate of a nonresident decedent, if, at the time of death, the decedent is a resident of a state or foreign country whose law, when the personal property is transferred:

        (1)    does not impose death taxes on the transfer of similar personal property of a resident of this State; or

        (2)    contains a reciprocal exemption from death taxes similar to the exemption allowed under this subsection.

    (b)    The exemption under subsection (a) of this section does not include a transfer of tangible personal property that has a taxable situs in this State.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 7-303

What does Maryland Code § 7-303 cover?

Section 7-303 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 § 7-303?

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