no statewide rule entry notice.
Maryland expects reasonable notice for non-emergency entry; it does not fix a single statewide number of hours (some counties set 24 hours).
What this means for you: Local rules may add specific notice requirements; 'reasonable' is the statewide baseline.
Your next step: Check county rules and your lease; object to no-notice entries in writing.
Source: Md. Code, Real Prop. (local ordinances vary). Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).
More Maryland rights: Maryland security deposit · Maryland eviction · Maryland repairs · Maryland rent increase.
Entry notice in nearby states: Virginia (24 hours entry notice) · District of Columbia (48 hours entry notice) · Pennsylvania (no statewide rule entry notice) · Delaware (48 hours entry notice) · West Virginia (no statewide rule entry notice).
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and vary by locality; consult a licensed attorney or your local housing authority.
Updated July 2026