Md. R. Civ. P. Dist. Ct. 3-305

As amended through April 5, 2024

Rule 3-305 - Claims for Relief

A pleading that sets forth a claim for relief, whether an original claim, counterclaim, cross-claim, or third-party claim, shall contain a clear statement of the facts necessary to constitute a cause of action and a demand for judgment for the relief sought. Relief in the alternative or of several different types may be demanded.

Md. R. Civ. P. Dist. Ct. 3-305

This Rule is derived from former M.D.R. 301 a (ii) and the 1966 version of Fed. R. Civ. P. 8(a).

Adopted April 6, 1984, eff. 7/1/1984. Amended Nov. 12, 2003, eff. 1/1/2004; 11/1/2012, eff. 1/1/2013; 10/17/2013, eff. 1/1/2014.

HISTORICAL NOTES

2003 Orders

The November 12, 2003, order amended the source note.

2012 Orders

November 1, 2012, order made a stylistic change.

2013 Orders

The October 17, 2013, order, added a cross reference concerning attorneys' fees.

For pleading requirements and other procedures when attorneys' fees are claimed, see Rule 3-741.