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MD SB657

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
02/05/2021
Crossed Over
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 individuals from being arrested or incarcerated for failing to respond to court orders related to examinations in aid of enforcement of money judgments entered in small claims actions in the District Court. The bill applies to orders to appear for such examinations and show cause orders for contempt for failure to appear, effective October 1, 2021.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Hearing 3/03 at 12:30 p.m. (on 02/26/2021)

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