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MD HB59Real Property - Expedited Wrongful Detainer Proceedings - Property for Sale or Lease
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Introduced
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
In Committee
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requiring certain expedited proceedings in a wrongful detainer action if the property that is the subject of the action is, at the time of the complaint, advertised or listed for sale or lease by the complainant and requiring that notice of a hearing or appeal be served in person or, under certain circumstances, posted conspicuously on the property; requiring the District Court or the circuit court to issue a warrant within 24 hours if the court rules in favor of the complainant in an expedited wrongful detainer action; etc.
AI Summary
This bill amends Maryland law to expedite wrongful detainer proceedings, which are legal actions to remove someone unlawfully occupying real property, when the property is being advertised for sale or lease. Specifically, if a property is listed for sale or lease, the court must summon the person in possession within 5 days of a complaint being filed, and if they cannot be found, a copy of the summons must be conspicuously posted on the property. The District Court must then issue a ruling within 2 business days after the hearing. Appeals to the circuit court must be filed within 2 business days, with hearings scheduled within 3 business days and judgments issued within 2 business days after the hearing, and any warrants to remove the occupant must be issued by the sheriff within 24 hours of a ruling in favor of the complainant.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Economic Matters Hearing (13:00:00 2/26/2026 ) (on 02/26/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0059?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0059f.pdf |
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