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More than 4,300 evictions in one year. Baltimore County led Maryland in evictions in FY2025. The Baltimore Banner highlights the challenges renters face, including MLA client Sherry Gudger. Stronger protections are still needed. Read more: ow.ly/tpbS510193z
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Per @MDComptroller, MD is short 100K homes and needs 590K more by 2045. MD's ACE law gives eligible renters facing eviction a lawyer to help defend their homes. Learn. Share. Connect. Visit ow.ly/voPq5100XWT #KeepACE #AffordableHousingMD
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Take the next step TODAY! Free expungement help at Loyola University Clinical Center – Belvedere Square, 11 AM–2 PM. No appointment needed. Missed this one? Discover more clinics: ow.ly/7Xcy50ZWn0I #MarylandLegalAid #ExpungementClinics
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We’re teaming up with @JohnsHopkins for our Fall Expungement Clinic TODAY, 10 AM–2 PM at Turner Concourse! Free expungement help, no appointment needed. Can’t make it? Find more clinics: ow.ly/7Xcy50ZWn0I #MarylandLegalAid #ExpungementClinics
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Per @NLIHC, a MD minimum-wage worker needs 100 hrs/week to afford a 2-bedroom rental. ACE gives eligible renters facing eviction a free lawyer to help them stay housed. It also delivers $3.04 in estimated benefits to the state per $1 invested. ow.ly/ZnUi50ZZIOA #KeepACE
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Per @MDComptroller, half of MD renters spend over 30% of income on rent. MD's ACE law gives eligible renters facing eviction a free lawyer who can help them defend their homes. Learn. Share. Connect. Visit our TRCP page: ow.ly/5IPz50ZZHVh #KeepACE #AffordableHousingMD
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In partnership with MyBGE/Exelon, join our 2026 Fall Expungement Clinic TODAY, 10 AM–2 PM at Whiting-Turner. No appointment needed! ow.ly/7Xcy50ZWn0I #MarylandLegalAid #ExpungementClinics

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Need legal help? Join us TODAY, 12-2 PM at the Cherry Hill Library for free housing, family law, expungements & more. ow.ly/y9cQ50ZWn5s #MarylandLegalAid #LawyerInTheLibrary
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Medicare Open Enrollment begins Oct. 15! Review your coverage and compare plans for 2027 at Medicare.gov. Benefits reduced, delayed or denied? Maryland Legal Aid may be able to help: mdlab.org/benefits-justice. #Medicare #OpenEnrollment #BenefitsJusticeMaryland
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On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we recognize and honor the history, cultures, resilience, and contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities. Our offices are closed today in observance of the holiday. #IndigenousPeoplesDay #MarylandLegalAid
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Health is about more than medical care: it is also shaped by safe housing, public benefits, stability, and equal access. On World Health Day, we reaffirm our commitment to advancing justice and supporting healthier communities for all. #MarylandLegalAid #WorldHealthDay
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Need legal help this October? Maryland Legal Aid’s clinics are here for you! Get support with housing, family law, benefits, and more. Visit our website or call to find a clinic near you. ow.ly/5I9a50ZtmQC #MarylandLegalAid
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Maryland Legal Aid hosts Housing & Evictions Law event at Montgomery County Circuit Court Law Library, Oct 1, 4:15-5:15 PM. Register or walk in: ow.ly/8vEJ50ZPS94 #MarylandLegalAid #HousingLaw #EvictionLaw
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Need legal help? Join us TODAY, 1-3 PM at the Essex Library for free housing, family law, expungements & more. ow.ly/Z0HT50ZJvrw #MarylandLegalAid #LawyerInTheLibrary
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On International Day of Peace, we honor peace rooted in justice, dignity, and human rights. Let's build safer communities with fairness and opportunity. Today, we reflect on the importance of peace in all its forms. #MarylandLegalAid #InternationalDayOfPeace
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As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities shaping our future. #MarylandLegalAid #HispanicHeritageMonth
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Maryland Legal Aid honors the memory of those lost on September 11, 2001, and recognizes the bravery of first responders, survivors, and their families. We remain steadfast in our commitment to remembrance and resilience. #NeverForget #911Remembrance
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Need legal help? Join us TODAY, 12-2 PM at Pennsylvania Avenue Library for free housing, family law, expungements & more. ow.ly/Z0HT50ZJvrw #MarylandLegalAid #LawyerInTheLibrary
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Maryland Legal Aid retweeted
Baltimore Brew@BaltimoreBrewSep 3
Baltimore County’s eviction law, like Baltimore city’s, is unconstitutional, tenant advocates say tinyurl.com/mrb955z8 Landlords contend that the proposed fix is a hardship: "We're the victims here!"
A Baltimore City sheriff puts an eviction notice on an apartment door. (baltimorecitysheriff.gov)

ALT A Baltimore City sheriff puts an eviction notice on an apartment door. (baltimorecitysheriff.gov)

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Maryland Legal Aid retweeted
Baltimore Brew@BaltimoreBrewAug 25
Bill would change a law that allows Baltimore landlords to lock out evicted tenants and keep (or trash) their possessions tinyurl.com/2xkv6d29 People have lost family photos, medications and more thanks to "inhumane" ordinance advocates plan to testify on at a hearing today.
As part of his eviction in July, Thomas Rudis was quickly locked out of his Bolton Hill apartment and lost plants, artwork and an assortment of personal possessions: "I'll never see those things again." (Fern Shen)

ALT As part of his eviction in July, Thomas Rudis was quickly locked out of his Bolton Hill apartment and lost plants, artwork and an assortment of personal possessions: "I'll never see those things again." (Fern Shen)

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