Maryland § 8-905

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8-905, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 8-905.

    (a)    MLSC shall develop an informational pamphlet in both English and other languages MLSC determines appropriate:

        (1)    Describing the legal rights of tenants and the access to counsel established under this subtitle; and

        (2)    Providing information on resources available to tenants.

    (b)    A sheriff or constable shall provide a copy of the pamphlet described under subsection (a) of this section in addition to the process served on a tenant, an assignee, or a subtenant in accordance with the following provisions of this article:

        (1)    An eviction proceeding for a failure to pay rent under § 8–401 of this title;

        (2)    An eviction proceeding for a tenant holding over under § 8–402 of this title; and

        (3)    An eviction proceeding for a breach of lease under § 8–402.1 of this title.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8-905

What does Maryland Code § 8-905 cover?

Section 8-905 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.

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