§ 9–303
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Real Prop. § 9-303 (2026)
Title 9. Statutory Liens on Real Property
Subtitle 3. Construction Contracts
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(a)
In this section, “undisputed amounts” includes any retention proceeds that exceed the amount authorized to be retained under § 9–304 of this subtitle.
(b)
In addition to any other remedy provided under any other provision of law, a court of competent jurisdiction, for good cause shown may:
(1)
Award any equitable relief for prompt payment of undisputed amounts that it considers necessary, including the enjoining of further violations; and
(2)
In any action, award to the prevailing party:
(i)
Interest from the date the court determines that the amount owed was due; and
(ii)
Any reasonable costs incurred.
(c)
If a court determines that an owner, contractor, or subcontractor has acted in bad faith by failing to pay any undisputed amounts owed as required under § 9–302 of this subtitle, the court may award to the prevailing party reasonable attorney’s fees.