§ 13–521

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Crim. Proc. § 13-521 (2026)

Title 13. Other Forfeitures

Subtitle 5. Violations of the Human Trafficking Law

(a)

If an answer has been filed on time, the court shall set a hearing on the forfeiture claim within 60 days after the later of:

(1)

posting of notice under § 13–519(b)(1) or (2) of this subtitle; or

(2)

final publication of notice under § 13–519(b)(3) of this subtitle.

(b)

Without a hearing, the court may order forfeiture of the property interest of a person who fails to timely file an answer.