§ 3–213
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Cts. & Jud. Proc. § 3-213 (2026)
Title 3. Courts of General Jurisdiction -- Jurisdiction/special Causes of Action
Subtitle 2. Arbitration and Award
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(a)
(1)
Unless the agreement provides otherwise, the arbitrators shall designate a time and place for hearing and notify the parties, personally or by certified mail, return receipt requested, bearing a postmark from the United States Postal Service, not less than five days before the hearing.
(2)
Appearance at the hearing waives the notice.
(b)
(1)
Except as provided in § 3-215(b) of this subtitle, the arbitration hearing shall be conducted by all the arbitrators.
(2)
The arbitrators may adjourn the hearing from time to time as necessary.
(3)
Upon request of a party and for good cause shown or on their own motion, the arbitrators may postpone the hearing to a time not later than the date set by the agreement for the award, unless the parties consent to a later date.
(c)
The arbitrators may hear and determine the controversy upon the evidence produced notwithstanding the failure of a party duly notified to appear.
(d)
On petition of a party, the court may direct the arbitrators to proceed promptly with the hearing and determination of the controversy.