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July 1, 2010

Have a look at new Maryland laws

It's no Oct. 1 -- when the majority of laws passed this year take effect -- but today, July 1, sees a few new rules hit the books. The good news: You have three more months to use your handheld cell phone while driving.

New laws that could affect you include the right to foreclosure mediation and increases in civil court filing fees. Most of them, however, are technical in nature, including liquor board tweaks and the formation or continuation of study and oversight panels.

Check out today's story for details on some of the most high-profile new laws. And here's a link to a complete list of legislation with a July 1 start date.

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Annie Linskey covers state politics and government for The Baltimore Sun. Previously, as a City Hall reporter, she wrote about the corruption trial of Mayor Sheila Dixon and kept a close eye on city spending. Originally from Connecticut, Annie has also lived in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, where she reported on war crimes tribunals and landmines. She lives in Canton.

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