Maryland Death of a tenant
What happens to the lease when a tenant dies in Maryland?
If a tenant dies without a will and without next of kin, the landlord may bring summary ejectment against the named tenant, certifying the tenant is deceased, intestate and without next of kin.
Verified Source: Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-405 · last checked 2026-10-23
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