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§ 3–821

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Cts. & Jud. Proc. § 3-821 (2026)
Title 3. Courts of General Jurisdiction -- Jurisdiction/special Causes of Action
Subtitle 8. Juvenile Causes -- Children in Need of Assistance

§ 3–821Copy Citation

(a)
The court, on its own motion or on application of a party, may issue an appropriate order directing, restraining, or otherwise controlling the conduct of a person who is properly before the court, if the court finds that the conduct:
(1)
Is or may be detrimental or harmful to a child over whom the court has jurisdiction;
(2)
Will tend to defeat the execution of an order or disposition made or to be made under this subtitle; or
(3)
Will assist in the rehabilitation of or is necessary for the welfare of the child.
(b)
Subsection (a) of this section shall apply to a person not a party to the petition if the person is given:
(1)
Notice of the proposed order controlling the person’s conduct; and
(2)
The opportunity to contest the entry of the proposed order.
(c)
An order issued under this section is enforceable under Title 15, Chapter 200 of the Maryland Rules.