Proper Method of Sending Eviction Notices in Baltimore City

How should Eviction Notices be Sent in Baltimore City?:

1) Mailed by first-class mail with certificate of mailing at least 14 days before the first scheduled date of execution; and

(2) Posted on the premises at least 7 days before the first scheduled date of execution.

LANDLORD:

To ensure the notice is easily accessible to the tenant, the most suitable location for posting it is the front door of the rental unit. It is essential to retain a copy of the notice, the original certificate of mailing, and a signed affidavit from the individual who posted the premises. These documents must be provided to the Sheriff during the eviction process and may also be required if the landlord's adherence to the notice regulations is questioned by the Judge.

What the Notice Must Say:

The notice must tell the tenant certain important information: the District Court case number, the scheduled date of eviction, state that the eviction will occur on that date unless the tenant moves out or pays the amount ordered by the court to redeem, prominently warn the tenant that any property left will be considered abandoned and may be disposed of, and that this is the final notice of eviction. The attached “Notice to Tenant of Eviction Date” is an example of a form a landlord may use to provide the required information. The tenant must be informed of specific crucial details in the notice: the District Court case number, the eviction date, a statement indicating that the eviction will proceed on that date unless the tenant vacates or settles the court-ordered amount, a clear warning that any remaining property will be deemed abandoned and potentially discarded, and a declaration that this serves as the ultimate eviction notice. The provided "Notice to Tenant of Eviction Date" is an illustration of a form that landlords can utilize to furnish the necessary information.

How to Count Days :

Day 1 should be considered the day of mailing or posting. Day 14 should fall on the day preceding the scheduled eviction date, taking into account weekends and holidays.