Maryland § 9A-1304
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 9A-1304, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9A-1304.
(a) Before January 1, 2003, this title governs only a partnership formed:
(1) On or after July 1, 1998, unless that partnership is continuing the business of a dissolved partnership under § 9A–601 of this title; or
(2) Before July 1, 1998, that elects, as provided by subsection (c) of this section, to be governed by this title.
(b) After December 31, 2002, this title governs all partnerships.
(c) Before January 1, 2003, a partnership voluntarily may elect, in the manner provided in its partnership agreement or by law for amending the partnership agreement, to be governed by this title. With respect to liabilities of the partnership arising after such election, the provisions of this title relating to the liability of the partnership’s partners to third parties, other than those provisions dealing with registered limited liability partnerships, apply to limit those partners’ liability to a third party who had done business with the partnership within 1 year prior to the partnership’s election to be governed by this title, only if the third party knows or has received a notification of the partnership’s election to be governed by this title before the liability is incurred.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 9A-1304
What does Maryland Code § 9A-1304 cover?
Section 9A-1304 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 § 9A-1304?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 9A-1304" (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 § 9A-1304 apply to my situation?
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