§ 13–602
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Est. & Trusts § 13-602 (2026)
Title 13. Protection of Minors, Disabled Persons, Susceptible Adults, and Older Adults
Subtitle 6. Financial Exploitation of Susceptible Adults and Older Adults
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The purposes of this subtitle are to:
(1)
Establish a separate and distinct civil cause of action by a victim, or a representative of the victim, of financial exploitation;
(2)
Provide a path to redress financial exploitation through the recovery of property and assets taken from victims while discouraging protracted litigation;
(3)
Provide access to justice for victims and their families who are otherwise unable or unwilling to retain competent legal assistance due to cost; and
(4)
Strongly deter individuals seeking to take advantage of susceptible adults or older adults.