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In Maryland, self-help eviction (changing locks without a court order) by a landlord is:

ALegal if the tenant is more than 2 months behind in rent
BIllegal — landlords must go through the court process to evict tenants✓ Correct
CLegal for commercial tenants only
DAllowed with 48 hours written notice

Explanation

Self-help eviction (changing locks, removing belongings, shutting off utilities) is illegal in Maryland. Landlords must file in District Court and obtain a court-issued warrant of restitution.

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