Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Maryland

statue on destruction of private property

My child went to an intake hearing for keying a car. The opposing party was supposed to submit a quote for damages by this date and did not. The matter was dropped pending a 30 day appeal. Can the opposing party sue me the parent for damages? and how long do they have to do this?


Asked on 7/06/04, 2:49 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Sher Wagshal and Sher

Re: statue on destruction of private property

They can't really sue you unless they want to claim you failed to properly supervise your son--very hard to prove. They could sue your son after he turns 18 and is therefore an adult. The statute of limitations is 3 years, commencing at his attaining majority.

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Answered on 7/06/04, 3:35 pm


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