Plain Text Law

§ 3–1405

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Cts. & Jud. Proc. § 3-1405 (2026)
Title 3. Courts of General Jurisdiction -- Jurisdiction/special Causes of Action
Subtitle 14. Maryland Uniform Contribution Among Joint Tort-Feasors Act

§ 3–1405Copy Citation

A release by the injured person of one joint tort-feasor does not relieve the joint tort-feasor from liability to make contribution to another joint tort-feasor unless the release:
(1)
Is given before the right of the other tort-feasor to secure a money judgment for contribution has accrued; and
(2)
Provides for a reduction, to the extent of the pro rata share of the released tort-feasor, of the injured person’s damages recoverable against all other tort-feasors.