§ 3–1306.1
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Cts. & Jud. Proc. § 3-1306.1 (2026)
Title 3. Courts of General Jurisdiction -- Jurisdiction/special Causes of Action
Subtitle 13. Remedies for Shoplifting and Employee Theft
§ 3–1306.1LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In recovering or attempting to recover damages arising from an alleged act of shoplifting or employee theft under this subtitle, a person may not:
(1)
Use or threaten force or violence;
(2)
Communicate with a responsible person in a manner that reasonably can be expected to abuse or harass the responsible person, including communicating with excessive frequency or at unusual hours;
(3)
Use obscene or grossly abusive language in communicating with the responsible person;
(4)
Claim, attempt, or threaten to enforce a right with knowledge that the right does not exist; or
(5)
Use a communication that simulates legal or judicial process or gives the appearance of being authorized, issued, or approved by a government, governmental agency, or lawyer when it is not.
(b)
A person who violates this section is liable for any:
(1)
Actual damages proximately caused by the violation; and
(2)
Reasonable court costs and attorney’s fees.