The Maryland Access to Justice Commission and the State Law Library are teaming up to deliver legal reference training to public librarians across the state. The training teaches librarians the skills they’ll need to help their patrons find accurate legal information. Because access to justice starts with access to quality legal information.
A Glimpse into the Maryland Civil Court: Observing Family Court
The SettingFor a majority of low-profile civil cases, court proceedings are open to the general public. Upon entering the courtroom, you are faced…
Read MoreReal Property – Landlord and Tenant – Procedures for Failure to Pay Rent, Breach of Lease, and Tenant Holding Over
This bill specifies procedures to protect tenants, landlords, and communities in the event of a tenant’s failure to pay rent and the landlord seeking…
Read MoreRenters’ Rights and Stabilization Act of 2024 – HB 693, SB 481
Maryland has the lowest failure-to-pay rent eviction filing fee in the nation: $15 ($25 in Baltimore City), compared to the national average of $109. Not…
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