MD HB1806 | 2012 | 1st Special Session
Status
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)
Status: Introduced on May 14 2012 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2012-05-14 - First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations
Pending: House Rules and Executive Nominations Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Status: Introduced on May 14 2012 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2012-05-14 - First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations
Pending: House Rules and Executive Nominations Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Summary
Establishing that in a cause of action involving damages resulting from a dog bite, the common law rules of evidence and standard of proof that existed on January 1, 2012, are retained without regard to the breed or heritage of the dog; stating the General Assembly's intent to overturn the ruling in a specified court case; and applying the Act prospectively.
Title
Courts - Dog Bite Lawsuits - Evidence and Standard of Proof
Sponsors
History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2012-05-14 | First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations |
Subjects
Maryland State Sources
| Type | Source |
|---|---|
| Summary | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Search/Legislation?target=/2012s1/billfile/HB1806.htm |
| Text | http://mlis.state.md.us/2012s1/bills/hb/hb1806f.pdf |
