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If you have a protective order from another state or Native American tribal court, your protective order is entitled to full faith and credit in Maryland. This means that Maryland courts and police have to enforce the order. You can also ask another state to enforce your Maryland protective order.

This law provides standards for the protection of consumers, including tenants and prospective tenants of residential property.

Maryland law restricts reading, writing, or sending a text message, or using a handheld telephone, while operating a motor vehicle.

The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA) (29 U.S.C. § 2601), entitles many employees to receive up to 12 weeks of leave for those who wish to care for family members, or who have serious illnesses.

For minors who want emancipation from their parent or guardian. Depending on age, minors have the right to make some independent decisions.

Artisans' and Mechanics' Liens are a way for workers to make sure they get paid for their work.

A warranty is a promise from the manufacturer or the seller of a product.  The promise means that the manufacturer or seller will replace or repair a defective product for a set period of time after purchase.  If a manufacturer or a seller violates (“breaches”) the warranty, then the buyer can sue the seller for damages.

This article explains what sales and use taxes are, who must pay them, and how to file them with the state.

What does Maryland require to lawfully drive a car? Registration, title and license plates; an inspection; a valid driver’s license; an emissions test; and insurance.

Maryland state law prohibits the landlord from taking possession of the premises or tenant’s property without legal process. Should a lockout occur, the tenant has the right to hire a locksmith, change the locks, re-enter the premises, and hold the landlord responsible for the cost involved.

Benefit corporations are formed to create a public benefit, in addition to creating profit for its shareholders. In Maryland, a company can be recognized by the state as a benefit corporation by stating in its corporate charter that it is a benefit corporation, getting certified as providing a public benefit, taking into consideration more than just profit, and submitting an annual benefit report to each stockholder.

Maryland law requires all children, 5 years and older and under 18, who live in this state and attend public schools to attend school regularly unless excused with a lawful absence.

The law allows a larger amount of earnings to be garnished for child support or alimony than for ordinary debts.

The Maryland Job Applicant Fairness Act makes it illegal for most employers to require a credit check for job applicants.

The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) suspends certain civil obligations to enable service members to devote full attention to duty and relieve stress on the family members of the deployed servicemembers.

This article describes notario fraud, or immigration legal services fraud, and what to do if you are a victim of notario fraud.

When a former spouse fails to comply with a court order, the other spouse may ask the court for help getting the former spouse to comply.