§ 3–211
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Cts. & Jud. Proc. § 3-211 (2026)
Title 3. Courts of General Jurisdiction -- Jurisdiction/special Causes of Action
Subtitle 2. Arbitration and Award
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(a)
If the arbitration agreement provides a method of appointment of arbitrators, this method shall be followed.
(b)
In the absence of a provision in the agreement, a party may file a petition with a court to appoint one or more arbitrators.
(c)
A court shall appoint one or more arbitrators if:
(1)
The arbitration agreement does not provide a method of appointment;
(2)
The agreed method fails or for any reason cannot be followed; or
(3)
An appointed arbitrator fails or is unable to act and his successor has not been appointed.
(d)
A court appointed arbitrator has all the powers of an arbitrator specifically named in the agreement.