Rule 12-806. Appointment of Attorney to Protect Individuals Not in Being or Whose Identity or Whereabouts is Unknown

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Maryland Rules › Title 12 Property Actions › Chapter 800 Action to Quiet Title › Md. Rule 12-806

This text was captured on Aug 14, 2026. It is a snapshot, not a live feed, so check the official code before relying on it.

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The court on its own motion or on motion of any party may issue an order for appointment of an attorney to protect the interest of any party to the same extent and effect as provided under Rule 2-203 with respect to individuals not in being or of any party whose identity or whereabouts is unknown.

Cross reference: See Code, Real Property Article, § 14-614.

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