{"id":77722,"date":"2026-08-16T06:00:34","date_gmt":"2026-08-16T13:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/?post_type=state&#038;p=77722"},"modified":"2026-08-18T13:30:14","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T20:30:14","slug":"maryland-tenant-screening","status":"publish","type":"state","link":"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/tenant-screening\/maryland\/","title":{"rendered":"Maryland Tenant Background Check and Screening Laws"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"flex-content-main\">\n<div class=\"ttsf-rich-text default\">\n<p>Chasing after missed rent payments. Property damage. Lease violations. And worst of all, evictions. The best way to avoid these headaches? A solid <a href=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/tenant-screening\/\">tenant screening<\/a> report. Maryland landlords use them to spot scams, find qualified tenants, and prevent issues before they ever start.<\/p>\n<p>Because federal, state, and local laws govern the way you conduct tenant screening, understanding the current guidelines is an important first step. Here\u2019s an in-depth look at Maryland tenant screening laws, must-know federal guidelines, and how the process varies across cities. We\u2019ll also cover red flags, best practices, and why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\">TurboTenant<\/a> is trusted by top landlords in Maryland and beyond.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"custom-law-boxes\">\n<div class=\"custom-law-box \">\n<div class=\"custom-law-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/turbotenant-flexible-content\/icons\/lease-icon.svg\" alt=\"Lease Icon\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"custom-law-content\">\n<h3>Maryland Landlord-Tenant Law: Overview of Rights<\/h3>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/rental-lease-agreement\/maryland\/laws\/\" class=\"custom-law-button\">Learn More<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"custom-law-text\">\n<p>Understanding Maryland landlord-tenant law gives both parties the information they need to ensure smooth rental relationships. We cover the most important here. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"custom-law-box \">\n<div class=\"custom-law-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/turbotenant-flexible-content\/icons\/lease-icon.svg\" alt=\"Lease Icon\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"custom-law-content\">\n<h3>Maryland Rental Application<\/h3>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/rental-application\/maryland\/\" class=\"custom-law-button\">Learn More<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"custom-law-text\">\n<p>Discover how to optimize your property management process with our online rental application platform, enabling you to pre-screen tenants, send applications digitally, and assess them thoroughly using detail-oriented forms and powerful tools like Income Insights, without needing a social security number.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"custom-law-box \">\n<div class=\"custom-law-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/turbotenant-flexible-content\/icons\/lease-icon.svg\" alt=\"Lease Icon\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"custom-law-content\">\n<h3>Maryland Residential Lease Agreement<\/h3>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/rental-lease-agreement\/maryland\/\" class=\"custom-law-button\">Learn More<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"custom-law-text\">\n<p>Create a compliant Maryland residential lease agreement in 15 minutes with TurboTenant&#8217;s rental contract builder.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsf-rich-text legal\">\n<h2><strong>What a Tenant Background Check Covers<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Tenant background checks tell you more than a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/rental-application\/\">rental application<\/a> ever could. These reports uncover the facts about the following important information:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Credit history<\/strong>: Shows the applicant\u2019s credit score and a list of their open credit lines, alongside details that showcase their ability to pay rent on time:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Payment history,<\/li>\n<li>Credit inquiries,<\/li>\n<li>Civil records, and<\/li>\n<li>Collections history.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Criminal history<\/strong>: If the renter has a criminal record, you\u2019ll be able to learn about it using the background check. TurboTenant checks 200M+ records to reveal any previous misdemeanors, felonies, or active warrants.<\/p>\n<p>However, some local laws prohibit landlords from considering a renter\u2019s criminal history. We\u2019ll review local guidelines in Maryland below, but always check your current local guidelines to avoid disputes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Eviction history<\/strong>: Learn about the renter\u2019s eviction history, including any Writs and Warrants of Eviction, Judgments for Rent, Possession, and Money, unlawful detainers, and reports of failure to pay rent. Confirm your local Maryland laws allow you to consider eviction history when selecting a tenant.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Income verification and fraud detection<\/strong>: When you have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/premium\/\">TurboTenant Pro account<\/a>, you\u2019ll get even more out of each tenant background check. Access enterprise-level fraud detection with advanced tenant screening <a href=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/rental-screening\/snappt\/\">powered by Snappt,<\/a> which flags fake employer information, fraudulent documents, and known \u2018bad actors.\u2019<\/p>\n<p><strong>Rental history<\/strong>: Curious about how a renter behaved with other landlords? Ask them yourself. Getting in touch with their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/rental-screening\/diy-reference-check-questions-to-ask-former-landlords\/\">previous landlords<\/a> gives you the chance to inquire about their rent payment habits, property damage, and any other questions you may have.<\/p>\n<p><strong>References<\/strong>: Speaking with the renter\u2019s previous employers and personal references allows you to learn more about who they are, their habits, and their lifestyle.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsf-rich-text legal\">\n<h2><strong>Federal Tenant Background Check Laws<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Here are three must-know laws every U.S. rental owner must follow when conducting a tenant background check. Maryland landlords, take note:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)<\/strong>: Pulling an applicant&#8217;s credit or background report calls for what the FCRA labels a &#8220;permissible purpose,&#8221; and screening a rental applicant qualifies. You document that purpose with the applicant&#8217;s written, standalone consent. The law also requires you to provide applicants a summary of their FCRA rights. If the report leads to a denial, requires a co-signer, or results in less favorable terms, you must send a pre-adverse action notice with a copy of the report before the final adverse action notice (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.federalregister.gov\/documents\/2026\/04\/06\/2026-06624\/notification-of-withdrawal-of-fair-housing-and-equal-opportunity-guidance-documents\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Federal Register<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fair Housing Act (FHA)<\/strong>: You can\u2019t discriminate against (or deny) applicants based on the following federally protected traits:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Race,<\/li>\n<li>Color,<\/li>\n<li>National origin,<\/li>\n<li>Religion,<\/li>\n<li>Sex,<\/li>\n<li>Familial status, and<\/li>\n<li>Disability (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.justice.gov\/crt\/fair-housing-act-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fair Housing Act<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>HUD Guidelines<\/strong>: HUD&#8217;s warnings against automatic criminal-history denials were withdrawn in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.federalregister.gov\/documents\/2026\/04\/06\/2026-06624\/notification-of-withdrawal-of-fair-housing-and-equal-opportunity-guidance-documents\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2025\u20132026 deregulatory review<\/a>. The exposure behind them didn&#8217;t lift, though. Fair Housing Act disparate-impact claims rest on case law (<a href=\"https:\/\/supreme.justia.com\/cases\/federal\/us\/576\/519\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Inclusive Communities, 576 U.S. 519 (2015)<\/a>), so a blanket denial can still draw one.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsf-rich-text legal\">\n<h2><strong>Maryland Tenant Screening Laws<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Compared to federal guidelines, Maryland tenant screening laws are stricter. Here\u2019s what you need to know:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Criminal history<\/strong>: Starting October 1, 2026, Maryland\u2019s Fair Chance Housing Act limits how landlords handle criminal history. Landlords can\u2019t consider certain criminal offenses and have a limited lookback period (<a href=\"https:\/\/mgaleg.maryland.gov\/mgawebsite\/Legislation\/Details\/sb0937\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Md. SB 937 (2026)<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fair Chance Housing (\u201cban the box\u201d)<\/strong>: Once the new Fair Chance Housing Act goes into effect in October 2026, landlords can only ask about the renter\u2019s criminal history or conduct criminal background checks after they\u2019ve accepted the renter with a conditional offer. However, certain sex offense convictions are exempted from this rule (<a href=\"https:\/\/mgaleg.maryland.gov\/mgawebsite\/Legislation\/Details\/sb0937\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Md. SB 937 (2026)<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p><strong>State-specific Fair Housing additions<\/strong>: Maryland law prohibits landlords from discriminating against renters based on the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Source of income,<\/li>\n<li>Sexual orientation,<\/li>\n<li>Gender identity,<\/li>\n<li>Military status, and<\/li>\n<li>Marital status (<a href=\"https:\/\/mgaleg.maryland.gov\/mgawebsite\/Laws\/StatuteText?article=gsg&amp;section=20-701&amp;enactments=false\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Md. Code Ann., State Gov\u2019t. \u00a7 20-701 et seq<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>State-level notice\/disclosure requirements<\/strong>: You don\u2019t have to notify tenants or make extra disclosures when conducting a background check for tenants in Maryland.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Reusable tenant screening reports<\/strong>: Some states allow them, but always check your local laws to verify the current guidelines, as laws shift frequently.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Application and screening fee caps<\/strong>: If you charge an applicant a fee other than a security deposit that exceeds $25, you may retain only the amount used to run a credit check. You must refund the rest. The refund is due no later than 15 days after the tenant takes occupancy or after either party notifies the other in writing that no tenancy will occur. Landlords who fail to refund will be liable for twice the amount. Rental applications must include a statement explaining the liability the applicant assumes by signing, and a summary of those fee rules. This section doesn\u2019t apply if you offer four or fewer units on one parcel or at one location or to seasonal and condo rentals (<a href=\"https:\/\/mgaleg.maryland.gov\/mgawebsite\/Laws\/StatuteText?article=grp&amp;section=8-213\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Md. Code Ann., Real Prop. \u00a7 8-213<\/a>).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsf-rich-text legal\">\n<h2><strong>Tenant Screening Differences by City in Maryland<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>In addition to state-level requirements for tenant background checks, Maryland cities often impose additional rules. Here\u2019s a quick recap:<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Baltimore, Maryland<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>As for tenant screening, Baltimore policies align with state laws. Maryland law also establishes the legal baseline for conducting background checks in Baltimore.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Columbia, Maryland<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>When conducting a background check, Columbia\u2019s local laws align with Maryland\u2019s. Tenant screening in Columbia also follows the state\u2019s guardrails.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Germantown, Maryland<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>On the other hand, Germantown has more detailed laws surrounding tenant screening. Here\u2019s how it works in Montgomery County:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ban-the-box<\/strong>: You can\u2019t ask about or check a renter\u2019s criminal history until you\u2019ve made a conditional offer. County law prohibits landlords from requiring renters to list arrest or conviction records on the application form (<a href=\"https:\/\/codelibrary.amlegal.com\/codes\/montgomerycounty\/latest\/montgomeryco_md\/0-0-0-135644\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Montgomery County Code, M.D. Code \u00a7 27-15A<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tenant screening disclosure<\/strong>: Landlords must disclose the process they use for criminal and credit screening in the rental application (<a href=\"https:\/\/codelibrary.amlegal.com\/codes\/montgomerycounty\/latest\/montgomeryco_md\/0-0-0-135644\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Montgomery County Code, M.D. Code \u00a7 27-15A<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Criminal lookback caps<\/strong>: In Montgomery County, landlords can\u2019t ask about, look into, or deny a renter based on unconvicted arrests, certain low-level crimes, or expunged records (<a href=\"https:\/\/codelibrary.amlegal.com\/codes\/montgomerycounty\/latest\/montgomeryco_md\/0-0-0-135644\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Montgomery County Code, M.D. Code \u00a7 27-15A<\/a>).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsf-rich-text legal\">\n<h2><strong>Red Flags to Watch Out For<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Keep an eye out for the following when reviewing a tenant background check, Maryland landlords:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Unverifiable income<\/strong>: Income records without rhyme or reason may indicate a renter who could struggle making consistent rent payments.<\/p>\n<p><strong>History of evictions<\/strong>: Habitual lease violations are not to be taken lightly. To gain a better understanding, look into the circumstances before making a decision. Just be sure to comply with your area\u2019s local laws.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Inconsistent rental history<\/strong>: In some cases, the applicant may have had trouble qualifying for rentals. Dig into the details to understand why.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Late payments or collections<\/strong>: Safeguard your rental income by avoiding tenants who frequently pay late or build up rent debt.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Criminal charges<\/strong>: Take a closer look at serious offenses that may put the property or other tenants at risk.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsf-rich-text legal\">\n<h2><strong>How to Legally Run a Tenant Background Check in Maryland<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>To wrap up our deep dive into the tenant background check, Maryland landlords can use these key takeaways and best practices:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Always get written permission before running background or credit checks.<\/li>\n<li>Use a reliable, trusted, and thorough service, like TurboTenant, to conduct tenant screening reports.<\/li>\n<li>Verify the renter\u2019s SSN and identity to avoid fraud.<\/li>\n<li>Carefully review each report, look into red flags, and cross-compare all documents.<\/li>\n<li>Check for evictions or criminal history in compliance with Maryland\u2019s state and local laws.<\/li>\n<li>Use consistent criteria across all applicants to prevent disputes.<\/li>\n<li>Send an adverse action notice to inform applicants when you reject them based on their credit history.<\/li>\n<li>Streamline rental ownership by using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\">TurboTenant<\/a> to conduct tenant background checks, collect rent online, and simplify property maintenance.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsf-rich-text default\">\n<h2><strong>Maryland Tenant Background Check FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsf-faq\">\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3 class=\"faq-question\" data-target=\"answer-1\">How do you run a tenant background check in Maryland?<span class=\"caret\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\" id=\"answer-1\">\n<div>\n<p>Streamline the process of running a tenant background check with TurboTenant!<\/p>\n<p>All you have to do is provide your mailing address and phone number within your account settings. Then, our software sends the applicant a screening request and verifies their identity. After that, you\u2019ll receive the finished reports. The entire process usually takes about 24\u201348 hours so that you can select your next tenant with confidence.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3 class=\"faq-question\" data-target=\"answer-2\">What are the tenant screening laws in Maryland?<span class=\"caret\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\" id=\"answer-2\">\n<div>\n<p>On the state level, Maryland tenant screening laws are more detailed than federal requirements. Review our guide for the full rundown, but here\u2019s a quick recap:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>As of October 1, 2026, Maryland\u2019s Fair Chance Housing Act (signed by Governor Wes Moore on May 26, 2026) limits how landlords can assess criminal history when reviewing an application (<a href=\"https:\/\/mgaleg.maryland.gov\/mgawebsite\/Legislation\/Details\/sb0937\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Md. SB 937 (2026)<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Maryland law prohibits discrimination based on a renter\u2019s source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity, and marital status (<a href=\"https:\/\/mgaleg.maryland.gov\/mgawebsite\/Laws\/StatuteText?article=gsg&amp;section=20-701&amp;enactments=false\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Md. Code Ann., State Gov\u2019t. \u00a7 20-701 et seq<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li>State law caps rental application fees at $25 for landlords with more than 5 units and defines refund requirements for certain cases (<a href=\"https:\/\/mgaleg.maryland.gov\/mgawebsite\/Laws\/StatuteText?article=grp&amp;section=8-213\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Md. Code Ann., Real Prop. \u00a7 8-213<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3 class=\"faq-question\" data-target=\"answer-3\">Are tenant screening rules different in Baltimore than the rest of Maryland?<span class=\"caret\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\" id=\"answer-3\">\n<div>\n<p>Baltimore\u2019s tenant screening laws align with Maryland\u2019s state requirements. However, other cities have different laws. For example, Germantown has a ban-the-box law, a mandatory tenant-screening disclosure, and criminal lookback caps (<a href=\"https:\/\/codelibrary.amlegal.com\/codes\/montgomerycounty\/latest\/montgomeryco_md\/0-0-0-135644\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Montgomery County Code, M.D. Code \u00a7 27-15A<\/a>).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3 class=\"faq-question\" data-target=\"answer-4\">What red flags should I look for on a background check? <span class=\"caret\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\" id=\"answer-4\">\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li>Previous rent debt<\/li>\n<li>Eviction history<\/li>\n<li>Criminal charges (if your local law permits)<\/li>\n<li>Unverifiable income<\/li>\n<li>Gaps in rental history<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3 class=\"faq-question\" data-target=\"answer-5\">Who pays for a Maryland tenant background check \u2014 tenant or landlord? <span class=\"caret\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\" id=\"answer-5\">\n<div>\n<p>Renters pay the screening fee, but landlords who use TurboTenant can absorb the cost. With a free plan, renters pay $55\/report. With a premium plan, the cost reduces to $45\/report.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\t\"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How do you run a tenant background check in Maryland?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"<\/p>\n<p>Streamline the process of running a tenant background check with TurboTenant!<\/p>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<p>All you have to do is provide your mailing address and phone number within your account settings. Then, our software sends the applicant a screening request and verifies their identity. After that, youu2019ll receive the finished reports. 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