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2022 Maryland Statutes
Estates and Trusts
Title 4 - Wills
Subtitle 4 - Rules Relating to Legacies
Section 4-406 - Exoneration
Universal Citation: MD. Estates and Trusts Code § 4-406 (2022)
(a) Unless a contrary intent is expressly indicated in the will, a legacy of specific property shall pass subject to a security interest, lien, or renewal, extension, or refinancing of a security interest or lien on the property that existed at the time of execution of the will.
(b) If a security interest or lien is created or attaches initially after the execution of the will, the legatee is entitled to exoneration.
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