Real Property - Actions for Wrongful Detainer - Required Postings

HB 252 requires property owners to post conspicuous "no trespassing" or "no loitering" signs before pursuing a wrongful detainer lawsuit (an eviction action for holding property without legal right). This directly affects landlords or property owners attempting to evict tenants or others without proper signage. The bill amends Maryland law to state that wrongful detainer actions cannot proceed unless the property has these visible postings. If signs are missing, the legal claim for eviction is invalid, shifting the burden to property owners to comply with the posting requirement. The change applies to all real property actions filed under this section starting October 1, 2025.