§ 9–301
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Fam. Law § 9-301 (2026)
Title 9. Child Custody and Visitation
Subtitle 3. Removal of Child From State; Child Abduction
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(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)
(1)
“Lawful custodian” means a person who is authorized to have custody of and exercise control over a child who is under the age of 16 years.
(2)
“Lawful custodian” includes a person who is authorized to have custody by an order of a court of competent jurisdiction in this State or any other state.
(c)
“Relative” means:
(1)
a parent;
(2)
a grandparent or other ancestor;
(3)
a brother;
(4)
a sister;
(5)
an aunt;
(6)
an uncle; or
(7)
an individual who was a lawful custodian before the commission of an act that violates § 9-304 or § 9-305 of this subtitle.