# Commercial Law (GCL)

## Title 13. Consumer Protection Act

### Subtitle 4. Enforcement and Penalties

#### Section 13-404

(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, the Division may enter into an agreement with a person in the State to submit a dispute arising under this title to arbitration in accordance with the Maryland Uniform Arbitration Act.

(b)

  (1) The Division may administer a program of voluntary arbitration of consumer disputes, including:

    (i) The recruitment and training of volunteer arbitrators; and

    (ii) The education of the public and business community as to the benefits of arbitration.

  (2) The Division shall provide clerical help and office space for arbitration tribunals.

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Md. Code Ann., Com. Law (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)