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MD HB1641

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/25/2026

Primary Sponsor

Heather Bagnall

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals Section 11-704 of the Courts and Judicial Proceedings Article, which currently prohibits District Court from using certain enforcement tools for small claims money judgments

  • Allows the District Court to order individuals to appear for examination regarding assets and finances when enforcing money judgments from small claims actions (under § 4-405)

  • Permits the District Court to require individuals to answer interrogatories (written questions) to aid in collecting on small claims judgments

  • Effective date: October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Civil Actions - District Court - Enforcement of Money Judgments

Civil Actions and Procedures

Last Action

First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations

2/25/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules and Executive Nominations2/25/2026

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