Maryland Motel Guest Rights

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Motel guests in Maryland can be considered tenants after 30 days of continuous stay, granting them certain rights such as protection from eviction without a court order. Misrepresentation about a rooms smoking policy could be a breach of contract. Verbal warnings are not legally binding, and management must provide written notice to evict. Claims about misrepresentation can be addressed in small claims court. For personalized advice, consult a local attorney.

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They were informed the room was not in fact a smoking room (it is the only one on this floor that isn't smoking) and told that as long as we don't smoke in it moving forward they weren't charging us a smoking fee and they could possibly move us to a smoking room in a few days
Under Maryland law:
- After 30 days, motel guests can be considered tenants.
- Tenants cannot be evicted without a court order.
- Misrepresentation about a room's smoking policy could be a breach of contract.
Please consult a local attorney for personalized advice.
Management accused them of smoking and gave a verbal warning they would be evicted if they smelled anymore smoke of any kind from the room and still have not been able to offer a smoking room to move us to
Under Maryland law:
- Verbal warnings are not legally binding.
- Management must provide written notice to evict.
- Claims about misrepresentation can be addressed in small claims court.
Please consult with a local attorney for further advice.
In Maryland how long does someone have to stay consecutively in a motel room to be considered a tenant?
In Maryland, a motel guest can be considered a tenant after a continuous stay of 30 days. This grants them certain rights, including protection from eviction without a court order.