Maryland Eviction Rules
Official notice periods, filing timelines, and legal citations for this state.
Notice Requirements
Nonpayment of Rent
10 days
Lease Violation
30 days (14 days if clear and imminent danger)
When can the landlord file?
Landlord may file after the notice period expires without cure or payment.
Tenant answer deadline
5
Hearing timeline
Typically 1–2 weeks after filing in District Court.
Lockout / physical eviction
Only the sheriff may execute the warrant of restitution after a court judgment.
Eviction Process Timeline
Notice Period (Nonpayment)
10 days
Notice Period (Lease Violation)
30 days (14 days if clear and imminent danger)
Landlord Can File
Landlord may file after the notice period expires without cure or payment.
Tenant Answer Deadline
5
Hearing Timeline
Typically 1–2 weeks after filing in District Court.
Lockout / Physical Eviction
Only the sheriff may execute the warrant of restitution after a court judgment.
Legal Citations
- Md. Code Real Prop., § 8-401
- Md. Code Real Prop., § 8-402.1