Non-Compete Agreements in Maryland
How Maryland law treats non-compete agreements, with the statute or official source.
Short answer: Non-competes are void for employees earning 150% of the state minimum wage or less, for licensed health care workers giving direct patient care who earn $350,000 a year or less, and for licensed veterinary practitioners and technicians. Md. Code, Labor & Employment §3-716
| Non-compete agreements | Non-competes are void for employees earning 150% of the state minimum wage or less, for licensed health care workers giving direct patient care who earn $350,000 a year or less, and for licensed veterinary practitioners and technicians. For direct-care health workers earning more than $350,000, a non-compete may last no more than 1 year and cover no more than 10 miles. |
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FAQ
Are non-compete agreements enforceable in Maryland?
Non-competes are void for employees earning 150% of the state minimum wage or less, for licensed health care workers giving direct patient care who earn $350,000 a year or less, and for licensed veterinary practitioners and technicians. For direct-care health workers earning more than $350,000, a non-compete may last no more than 1 year and cover no more than 10 miles.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.