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§ 3–209

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Cts. & Jud. Proc. § 3-209 (2026)
Title 3. Courts of General Jurisdiction -- Jurisdiction/special Causes of Action
Subtitle 2. Arbitration and Award

§ 3–209Copy Citation

(a)
A court shall stay any action or proceeding involving an issue subject to arbitration if:
(1)
A petition for order to arbitrate has been filed; or
(2)
An order for arbitration has been made.
(b)
If the issue subject to arbitration is severable, the court may order the stay with respect to this issue only.
(c)
If a petition to stay has been filed with a court where any action or proceeding concerning arbitration is pending, the court’s order to arbitrate shall include the stay.