Md. Rule 6-412 (2026)

(a) Content of Disclaimer. A disclaimer of a legacy, intestate share, survivorship interest, or other interest in or a power over a decedent's property shall be in writing or other record and shall (1) describe the interest or power disclaimed, (2) declare the disclaimer, (3) be signed by the person making the disclaimer, and (4) be acknowledged if an interest in real property is disclaimed.

Cross reference: For form of acknowledgment, see Code, Real Property Article, § 4-204.

(b) Delivery or Filing of Disclaimer. The delivery or filing of a disclaimer is governed by Code, Estates and Trusts Article, § 9-209.

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[Adopted June 28, 1990, eff. Jan. 1, 1991. Amended April 5, 2005, eff. July 1, 2005.]