Maryland · Maryland Code — Criminal Procedure Article

Md. Code, Crim. Proc. § 13-524: If an owner of real property used as the principal family residence is convicted under § 3–1102 or § 3–1103 of the Crimi

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When a homeowner convicted of certain crimes files an appeal, the court must pause forfeiture proceedings against the residence until the appeal is decided.

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