Maryland · Maryland Code — Transportation Article

Md. Code, Transp. § 13-118: (a) If the name of any individual who has applied for or obtained a certificate of title is later changed by marriage or by court order, or if the name of any other person who has applied for or obtained a certificate of title is later changed as provided by law, the person shall, within 30 days of

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When a certificate of title holder's name changes by marriage, court order, or by law, they must notify the Administration and apply for a corrected certificate within 30 days.

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