The District Court has exclusive original civil jurisdiction in an action under this subtitle if the damages claimed do not exceed $10,000, exclusive of attorney’s fees.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Courts and Judicial Proceedings
Title 3 - Courts of General Jurisdiction -- Jurisdiction/special Causes of Action
Subtitle 13 - Remedies for Shoplifting and Employee Theft
Section 3-1302 - Civil Liabilities
Section 3-1303 - Required Procedures by Merchant -- Demand Letters
Section 3-1305 - Civil Action by Merchant
Section 3-1306 - Criminal Prosecution
Section 3-1306.1 - Prohibited Acts; Penalties