# Business Regulation (GBR)

## Title 15. Lodging Establishments

### Subtitle 2. Rights and Responsibilities of Innkeepers

#### Section 15-205

(a) For an individual who is under the age of 18 years, an innkeeper may require a parent or guardian of the individual to:

  (1) accept liability for the charges for the individual's lodging and any damages to the lodging establishment caused by the individual; and

  (2) provide a valid credit card or make an advance cash damage deposit of not more than $500 to cover any charges incurred or damages caused by the individual.

(b) If an innkeeper requires an advance deposit under subsection (a) of this section, the innkeeper shall, following a room inspection at the time of checkout, refund any amount of the deposit not needed to cover reasonable charges for damages.

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Md. Code Ann., Bus. Reg. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)