Maryland Self-Service Storage Act - Sale of Personal Property in Satisfaction of Lien - Notice Requirements

SB 844 amends Maryland's storage lien laws to strengthen notice requirements before self-service storage operators can sell a customer's stored property. It directly affects storage facility operators (who must follow new notice rules) and customers (who receive clearer warnings before their belongings are sold). Key provisions require operators to provide written notice detailing charges and a 14-day payment deadline via hand delivery, verified mail, or email (with strict prior consent for email), plus a second notice by mail if email isn't confirmed. The bill also mandates 3 days of public advertising for sales through local newspapers, email, or online. These changes take effect July 1, 2025.