https://innago.com/maryland-squatters-rights/
In Maryland, squatters can potentially claim ownership of a property through adverse possession if they meet certain legal requirements. To gain squatters’ rights, the individual must occupy the property openly, continuously, and without the owner's permission for at least 20 years. The squatter’s use must be exclusive and hostile to the property owner's interest, meaning the occupation cannot be secretive or shared with others. Maryland law also requires the squatter to have paid property taxes during this time. Property owners can protect