Landlord and Tenant - Residential Leases - Prospective Tenant Criminal History Records Check (Maryland Fair Chance Housing Act)

Summary

The law prohibits landlords from requiring or requesting a prospective tenant’s criminal history and from considering most of that information when reviewing applications. After a landlord makes a conditional lease offer, only certain serious convictions may be considered, and tenants must be given notice and an opportunity to dispute or explain the records. The measure seeks to prevent discrimination and promote fair‑chance housing.

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