# Courts and Judicial Proceedings (GCJ)

## Title 11. Judgments

### Subtitle 2. Measure of Damages

#### Section 11-201

If an action is brought for the penalty of any bond, bill, covenant, or contract with penalty, the judgment shall be for the amount due.

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Md. Code Ann., Cts. & Jud. Proc. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)