Maryland Statute of Limitations

Select your case type to calculate your exact filing deadline in Maryland. Governing statutes for all civil claim types are listed below.

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4. Special Circumstances

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Was the injured person a minor at the time of injury?

Governing Statutes in Maryland

The following statutes govern civil filing deadlines in Maryland. Select a case type above to calculate your exact deadline.

Case Type	Governing Statute
Personal Injury	Maryland Rev. Stat. § 71
Medical Malpractice	Maryland Rev. Stat. § 68
Wrongful Death	Maryland Rev. Stat. § 78
Product Liability	Maryland Rev. Stat. § 71
Property Damage	Maryland Rev. Stat. § 71
Fraud	Maryland Rev. Stat. § 61
Breach of Oral Contract	Maryland Rev. Stat. § 57
Breach of Written Contract	Maryland Rev. Stat. § 57
Defamation	Maryland Rev. Stat. § 59
Civil Assault & Battery	Maryland Rev. Stat. § 58

Abbreviations: § = Section · art. = Article · Ann. = Annotated · Rev. Stat. = Revised Statutes · Gen. Stat. = General Statutes · Code Civ. Proc. = Code of Civil Procedure · R.S. = Revised Statutes

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This tool is for informational and educational reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Statutes of limitations vary by jurisdiction and can be affected by tolling, government claim notice requirements, and other exceptions. Always consult a licensed attorney before making legal decisions.

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