# Criminal Procedure (GCP)

## Title 12. Forfeiture -- Controlled Dangerous Substances Violations

### Subtitle 2. Seizure

#### Section 12-209

Seizure of real property occurs on the earlier of the filing:

(1) of a complaint for forfeiture under this title; or

(2) of a notice of pending litigation in the circuit court of the county where the real property is located.

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