§ 3–1801
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Cts. & Jud. Proc. § 3-1801 (2026)
Title 3. Courts of General Jurisdiction -- Jurisdiction/special Causes of Action
Subtitle 18. Maryland Mediation Confidentiality Act
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(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)
“Mediation” means a process in which parties work with one or more impartial mediators who assist the parties in reaching a voluntary agreement for the resolution of a dispute or issues that are part of a dispute.
(c)
(1)
“Mediation communication” means a communication, whether by speech, writing, or conduct, made as part of a mediation.
(2)
“Mediation communication” includes a communication made for the purpose of considering, initiating, continuing, reconvening, or evaluating a mediation or a mediator.
(d)
“Mediator” means an individual who:
(1)
Assists parties in reaching their own voluntary agreement for the resolution of a dispute; and
(2)
Adheres to the Maryland Standard of Conduct for Mediators.
(e)
“Party” means a person that participates in a mediation and whose agreement is necessary to resolve the dispute.