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Under Maryland's Rent Escrow law, a tenant who has a major habitability problem may:

AStop paying rent immediately
BPay rent into court escrow until the landlord makes required repairs✓ Correct
CMove out and keep the security deposit
DHire a contractor and deduct the cost from rent without court involvement

Explanation

Maryland's rent escrow law allows tenants to petition the court to pay rent into escrow when the landlord fails to correct serious habitability issues, ensuring rent is available once repairs are made.

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