§ 18–109
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Transp. § 18-109 (2026)
Title 18. Vehicle Laws -- For-Rent Vehicles
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§ 18–109LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
(2)
“Rental vehicle company” has the meaning stated in § 18–108 of this title.
(3)
“Replacement vehicle” has the meaning stated in § 18–102 of this title.
(b)
If a vehicle owned by an individual who is at least 18 years old is not in use because of a repair of the vehicle covered by a warranty, a recall of the vehicle, or a repair of the vehicle as a result of the recall:
(1)
A rental vehicle company may not, solely on the basis of the age of the individual:
(i)
Refuse to rent a vehicle to the individual; or
(ii)
Charge the individual a higher rental fee than normally charged; and
(2)
An auto repair facility or a vehicle dealer may not, solely on the basis of the age of the individual:
(i)
Refuse to loan a replacement vehicle to the individual; or
(ii)
Charge the individual a higher fee for a replacement vehicle than normally charged.