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Home » US Law » 2022 Maryland Statutes » Business Regulation » Title 15 - Lodging Establishments » Subtitle 2 - Rights and Responsibilities of Innkeepers

Section 15-201 – Definitions

    (a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.     (b)    “Innkeeper” means the owner, operator, manager, or keeper of a lodging establishment, or the agent of an owner, operator, manager, or keeper of a lodging establishment.     (c)    “Lodging establishment” means an inn, hotel, motel, or other establishment that has at least four rooms available for a […]

Section 15-202 – Application

    Except as provided in this subtitle for an individual who is under the age of 21 years, this subtitle may not be construed to alter the prohibition against discrimination by an innkeeper or lodging establishment under Title 20, Subtitle 3 of the State Government Article.

Section 15-203 – Providing of Lodging and Services

    (a)    An innkeeper may refuse to provide lodging or services to or may remove from a lodging establishment an individual who:         (1)    refuses to pay or is unable to pay for lodging or services;         (2)    while on the premises of the lodging establishment is under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other intoxicating substance so as to create […]

Section 15-204 – Payment, Registration and Limitation of Guests

    (a)    An innkeeper may require a prospective guest to demonstrate an ability to pay by cash or valid credit card.     (b)    An innkeeper may require each guest at a lodging establishment to register and may require the guest to produce:         (1)    a valid driver’s license;         (2)    a valid military identification card;         (3)    a valid passport; or         (4)    any valid government issued […]

Section 15-205 – When the Guest Is a Minor

    (a)    For an individual who is under the age of 18 years, an innkeeper may require a parent or guardian of the individual to:         (1)    accept liability for the charges for the individual’s lodging and any damages to the lodging establishment caused by the individual; and         (2)    provide a valid credit card or make an advance cash damage […]

Section 15-206 – Notice

    An innkeeper shall post a copy of this subtitle, together with all rules of the lodging establishment, in a conspicuous place at or near the guest registration desk and in each guest room.

Section 15-207 – National Human Trafficking Resource Center Hotline Information

    (a)    (1)    The Department shall design a sign that states the following:     “REPORT HUMAN TRAFFICKING: National Human Trafficking Resource Center –– 1–888–373–7888. CALL FOR HELP IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW: � Is being forced to have sex without consent � Has had an ID or documents taken away � Is being threatened by or is in […]

Section 15-208 – Accessible Rooms for Individuals With Disabilities — Bed Height

    (a)    In this section, “accessible room” means a room in a lodging establishment that is required to be in compliance with the transient lodging requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.     (b)    Subject to subsection (c) of this section, each accessible room in a lodging establishment shall be furnished with a bed that:         (1)    measures at least 20 […]