Bill > HB382

This bill establishes exceptions to certain criminal and civil trespass laws for professional land surveyors, and their agents and employees, who enter private property to practice land surveying. The bill defines "professional land surveyor" as someone licensed by the State Board for Professional Land Surveyors, and "practice land surveying" as defined in the Business Occupations and Professions Article. The bill states that professional land surveyors and their agents/employees cannot be held liable for the common law tort of trespass when entering property to conduct land surveying. Additionally, the criminal trespass laws do not apply to professional land surveyors and their staff when practicing land surveying. The bill clarifies that this exception does not affect any other immunities or defenses available to professional land surveyors, nor does it impair the right to seek redress for other actionable conduct. The bill will take effect on October 1, 2024.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0382?ys=2024RS