Criminal Activity and Evictions in Section 8 and Public Housing
This article focuses on evictions from Section 8 and Public Housing based on criminal activity.
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Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Termination
This article addresses the reasons that can lead to a Public Housing Agency (PHA) terminating a Section 8 voucher.
Income and Assets Protected from Creditors
There are laws that protect certain income and assets from debt collectors. This is sometimes known as being “Collection Proof” or "Judgment Proof".
Chapter 13: Adjustment of Debts
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is a federal court process designed to reorganize and repay your debts.
Baltimore City Rental and Housing Laws
Special laws for landlord/tenant issues
Community Remedies for Properties with Drug-Related Activity
This law provides for eviction and other remedies if any property, residential or commercial, including mobile homes, is being used for drug-related activity.
Renters’ Insurance -- Why It Is a Good Idea
This article describes the reasons to and how to get renter's insurance.
A Tenant's Guide to the Maryland Consumer Protection Act
This law provides standards for the protection of consumers, including tenants and prospective tenants of residential property.
Tax Relief Program for Renters
The tax relief provided by this law is based on a calculation that includes your total income and the actual amount paid as occupancy rent.
Juvenile Delinquency
When a minor (someone younger than 18) commits an offense that would be considered a crime if committed by an adult, the offense is considered an act of juvenile delinquency.
Enforcing Court Orders – Overview of Contempt of Court
Contempt of court occurs when someone violates a court order. When that happens, a party may file a petition for contempt. If a party is found in contempt, the court may issue sanctions against the party not following the court order.
Warranty of Habitability in Rental Housing
The Tenant Safety Act of 2024 established that every rental property offered for lease is deemed to be fit for human habitation.
What is Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice happens when a doctor’s actions, or failure to act, during patient care do not meet accepted medical standards and cause harm to the patient.
Access to Adoption Records in Maryland
This article outlines the process for accessing adoption records in Maryland, with a focus on adoptees’ access to their original birth certificates. The article also provides information on the Post-Adoption Search, Contact, and Reunion Services.
Buying a Home
The purpose of this article is to provide some basic information about legal matters before you sign any contracts or pay out any money.
Garnishment
To garnish is to take property, most often a portion of someone's salary, by legal authority. Garnishment is a proceeding by a creditor to collect a debt by taking the property or assets of a debtor.
Maryland Dog Bite Law
Maryland law does not distinguish between different breeds of dogs or single out pit bulls for special treatment. All dog owners have a common set of responsibilities. Some Maryland counties have breed-specific laws, so make sure to check with your county.
Correcting or changing the name on a Maryland birth certificate
There are many reasons you might wish to change the name on a birth certificate. There are rules for each type of change. This includes changing from one name to another, correcting a misspelled name, adding a missing name, or correcting a parent’s information.
Unattended Children
In Maryland, a child under the age of 8 years may not be left unattended at home, at school, or in a car.
Predatory Lending and Flipping
Predatory Lending and Flipping are two problems that can affect low income homebuyers, especially in Baltimore City.