Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Maryland

I was late with my rent 8/2012/,9/2012 and 10/2012 due to financial problems the renatl office was informed of theses minor sets; All court fees and late fees were paid in full via certified check. I donot owe any back payments. I never went to rent court I just paid what I owed in full. On 10/30/2012 a letter was placed on my door stating that if I don't pay my rent on the first of every month a court notice will be filed on the 2nd of every month, in the lease it clearly states that If I don't pay all my rent on or before the 5th of every month a late charge of 42.00 will be imposed. My rent for Novemeber will be paid on November 2,2012. Can they do that although the lease clearly states I have until the 5th to pay my rent? Any assistance that you may offer will be greatly appreciated and I may be in need of your services. Thank you.


Asked on 11/01/12, 4:04 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Cedulie Laumann Arden Law Firm, LLC

Read any lease carefully. Usually a lease will state that rent is due on the 1st and even if a grace period is given, if a tenant doesn't pay as required by the 1st, they are in default. So technically, yes, in that situation a landlord can demand that rent be paid as specified and can take action if it is not.

While I hope this general information helps, it does not offer specific legal advice. The particular facts of your situation may affect how the law applies to you.

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Answered on 11/09/12, 7:30 am


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