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MD HB848

Small Claims - Examination in Aid of Enforcement - Prohibition on Arrest or Incarceration for Failure to Appear


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Introduced
01/29/2021
In Committee
03/18/2021
Crossed Over
03/17/2021
Passed
Dead
04/12/2021

Introduced Session

2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Prohibiting an individual from being arrested or incarcerated for failure to respond to certain orders to appear in court relating to an examination in aid of enforcement of a money judgment entered in a small claim action in the District Court; etc.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits an individual from being arrested or incarcerated for failing to respond to a court order for an examination in aid of enforcement of a money judgment entered in a small claims action in the District Court. The bill applies to orders to appear for such examinations and show cause orders for contempt for failure to appear, on or after the effective date of October 1, 2021.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred Judicial Proceedings (on 03/18/2021)

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