# Real Property (GRP)

## Title 14. Miscellaneous Rules

### Subtitle 6. Actions to Quiet Title

#### Section 14-605

(a) At the time a complaint is filed, the plaintiff shall send each holder that is not named as a party in the action a copy of the complaint with exhibits and a statement that:

  (1) The holder is not a party in the proceeding and any judgment in the proceeding will not affect any claim of the holder; and

  (2) If the holder elects to appear in the proceeding, the holder will appear as a defendant and be bound by any judgment entered in the proceeding.

(b) The complaint and statement shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, and by first-class mail to the holder:

  (1) At the address set forth in the security instrument for the holder's receipt of notices; or

  (2) If no address for the holder's receipt of notices is set forth in the security instrument, at the last known address of the holder.

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