§ 3–1803
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Cts. & Jud. Proc. § 3-1803 (2026)
Title 3. Courts of General Jurisdiction -- Jurisdiction/special Causes of Action
Subtitle 18. Maryland Mediation Confidentiality Act
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(a)
Except as provided in § 3–1804 of this subtitle, a mediator or any person present or otherwise participating in a mediation at the request of a mediator:
(1)
Shall maintain the confidentiality of all mediation communications; and
(2)
May not disclose or be compelled to disclose mediation communications in any judicial, administrative, or other proceeding.
(b)
Except as provided in § 3–1804 of this subtitle:
(1)
A party to a mediation and any person present or otherwise participating in the mediation at the request of a party may not disclose or be compelled to disclose mediation communications in any judicial, administrative, or other proceeding; and
(2)
The parties may enter into a written agreement to maintain the confidentiality of all mediation communications and may require any person present or otherwise participating in the mediation at the request of a party to maintain the confidentiality of all mediation communications.