In the manner and to the extent provided in this title, any person may:
(1) Obtain a patent for vacant land; and
(2) Obtain a patent for land that was previously patented and is owned in fee simple by the person, notwithstanding the existence of any mortgage, deed of trust, easement, right-of-way, or similar interest.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 1 - Definitions; General Provisions
Section 13-102 - Purpose and Intent
Section 13-103 - Patent Proceedings Governed by Title
Section 13-104 - Who May Obtain Patent
Section 13-105 - False Verification or Oath Subject to Penalties of Perjury