§ 14–1325
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Com. Law § 14-1325 (2026)
Title 14. Miscellaneous Consumer Protection Provisions
Subtitle 13. Miscellaneous Provisions
§ 14–1325LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
(2)
“Consumer” means an actual or a prospective purchaser, lessee, or recipient of consumer goods or services.
(3)
“Consumer goods or services” means goods or services that are primarily for personal, household, or family purposes.
(b)
A contract or a proposed contract for the sale or lease of consumer goods or services may not include a provision waiving the consumer’s right to make any statement concerning:
(1)
The seller or lessor;
(2)
Employees or agents of the seller or lessor; or
(3)
The consumer goods or services.
(c)
A person may not:
(1)
Threaten or seek enforcement of a contract provision prohibited under subsection (b) of this section; or
(2)
Penalize a consumer for making any statement protected under subsection (b) of this section.
(d)
A waiver of any provision of this section is contrary to public policy and is void and unenforceable.
(e)
This section may not be construed to prohibit or limit a person:
(1)
That hosts online consumer reviews or comments from removing a statement that is otherwise lawful to remove;
(2)
From including in a contract or a proposed contract for the sale or lease of consumer goods or services a provision prohibiting a consumer from disclosing proprietary information, techniques, or processes; or
(3)
From bringing an action alleging that a statement made by a consumer is defamatory.
(f)
A violation of this section is:
(1)
An unfair and deceptive trade practice within the meaning of Title 13 of this article; and
(2)
Subject to the enforcement and penalty provisions contained in Title 13 of this article.