Cal. Civ. Code § 8-903

Md. Code Ann., Real Property Art. Title 8 — Landlord and Tenant

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effective 10/12/2026MarylandEviction & Just Cause

Operative Text

Cal. Civ. Code § 8-903
(a) There is an Access to Counsel in Evictions Program administered by MLSC.

(b) The purpose of the Program is to organize and direct services and resources in order to provide all covered individuals in the State with access to legal representation as required under this subtitle.
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Plain English

Maryland Code § 8-903 establishes the Access to Counsel in Evictions Program, which is administered by the Maryland Legal Services Corporation (MLSC). The program is designed to organize and direct legal services and resources so that all covered individuals across the state can access legal representation in eviction proceedings. This provision sets the structural and administrative foundation for the broader right to counsel framework described in the surrounding subtitle.

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For Property Managers

Under Md. Code Ann., Real Prop. § 8-903, Maryland has established a statewide program through MLSC that provides legal representation to qualifying tenants facing eviction. Landlords and property managers conducting eviction proceedings should be aware that covered tenants may appear in court with legal counsel arranged through this program. Operators who understand this framework generally ensure their own filings and procedures are thorough and procedurally sound, since represented tenants may raise defenses more formally.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Md. Code Ann., Real Prop. § 8-903 creates the Access to Counsel in Evictions Program, administered by MLSC, which is intended to connect eligible tenants across Maryland with legal representation in eviction cases. If you are facing eviction, this program may be a resource for obtaining an attorney at no cost, depending on your eligibility as a covered individual under the subtitle. Tenant-rights organizations and local legal aid offices can help clarify whether you qualify and how to connect with services offered through this program.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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Related Rules

§ 151.20
TEMPORARY EVICTION CONTROLS AND RENT REDUCTIONS FOR MOBILE HOMES DAMAGED IN THE JANUARY, 1994 EARTHQUAKE
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Definitions
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Eviction of tenants prohibited; exceptions

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