§ 13–523
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Crim. Proc. § 13-523 (2026)
Title 13. Other Forfeitures
Subtitle 5. Violations of the Human Trafficking Law
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(a)
Forfeiture proceedings for real property may be brought in the jurisdiction where:
(1)
the criminal charges are pending;
(2)
the owner resides; or
(3)
the real property is located.
(b)
(1)
If forfeiture proceedings for real property are brought in a jurisdiction other than where the real property is located, a notice of pending litigation shall be filed in the jurisdiction where the property is located.
(2)
A notice of pending litigation required under this subsection shall include at least:
(i)
the name and address of the owner of the real property;
(ii)
a description of the real property; and
(iii)
a description of the reasons for the filing of the forfeiture proceedings and notice of pending litigation.