# Real Property (GRP)

## Title 13. Land Patents

### Subtitle 1. Definitions; General Provisions

#### Section 13-104

In the manner and to the extent provided in this title, any person may:

(1) Obtain a patent for vacant land; and

(2) Obtain a patent for land that was previously patented and is owned in fee simple by the person, notwithstanding the existence of any mortgage, deed of trust, easement, right-of-way, or similar interest.

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