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Welcome to the Division of Labor and Industry’s Employment Standards Service (ESS) page. Our ESS unit handles an array of employment issues, including, but not limited to, enforcement of laws concerning wages and time off. If you are an employee and believe your wages were unfairly withheld or an employer who needs information regarding Maryland employment, we are here to guide you through the steps to ensure your issue is addressed in a timely manner. Please view the links below for additional information.
Compliance Assistance Materials - 2024 Pay Statement and Pay Transparency Laws
New
View recorded webinar
(September 25, 2024)
Download webinar presentation (PDF)
New 2024 Pay Stub/Pay Statement and Pay Transparency Laws are Effective October 1! See links below for FAQs, templates, and guidance.
Leave Issues - Having problems using your paid sick and safe leave?
I am having problems using my leave under the Healthy Working Families Act:
Click Below to File a Claim
Coming Soon!
Wage Issues—Having problems with your pay?
I am having problems collecting my wages, overtime, tips or pay for leave:
Who can file a claim in Maryland?
What are my wage and hour solution options?
Need to file a claim? Download the Wage Claim Form
Employees and Employers—Important guidelines
What I need to know as an employer or an employee.
Maryland Minimum Wage and Overtime Law
Leave and Break Laws
Job Applicant Fairness
: If you think your credit information is being used against you in any way pertaining to a potential employer or current employer
Credit Check Complaint Form
User Name and Password Privacy Protection
I would like more information on discrimination. What can I do?
Note: Employment agencies are no longer required to submit a bond to this Division.
Minor Work Permit
Minor Work Permit: Information you need to know to obtain a Work Permit
Fact Sheet for Minors
or
Hoja informativa secundaria
(
Word
)
Maryland Commission on Civil Rights (MCCR)
For employment related matters relating to race, color, religion, sex, age,
ancestry or national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation
and gender identity, please contact at 410-767-8600 or
visit their website
.
Fact sheets
(Required Postings by Employers)
Employment of Minors
Maryland Minimum Wage and Overtime Law
La Ley de Maryland Salario MĂnimo y Tiempo Extra
Maryland Minimum Wage and Overtime Law for Montgomery County
La Ley de Montgomery County Salario MĂnimo y Tiempo Extra
Maryland Minimum Wage and Overtime for Howard County
La Ley de Howard County Salario Minimo y Tiempo Extra
Maryland Minimum Wage and Overtime for Prince George's County
La Ley de Prince George's County Salario Minimo y Tiempo Extra
Notice to Tipped Employees
Aviso a los empleados que reciben propina
(
Word
)
Allowable Tip Credits
(Word)
CrĂ©ditos de propinas permitidospara los empleados que ganan el salario mĂnimo
(Word)
Allowable Tip Credit for Prince George's County
Crédito de Propinas Permitido
para Empleadores Sujeto al Salario MĂnimo del Condado de Prince George
Allowable Tip Credit for Howard County
(Word)
Crédito de Propinas Permitido
para Empleadores Sujeto al Salario MĂnimo del Condado de Howard
Allowable Tip Credit for Montgomery County
Crédito de Propinas Permitido
para Empleadores Sujeto al Salario MĂnimo del Condado de Montgomery
Healthy Working Families Act (Sick and Safe Leave) Poster
Healthy Working Families Act (Sick and Safe Leave) Model Policies
PolĂtica modelo de ley de familias trabajadoras sanas
(
Word
)
FAQs
Job Applicant Fairness Act
Ley de Imparcialidad del Solicitante de Empleo
Shift Break—The Healthy Retail Employee Act
Descansos por Turnos
Healthy Working Families Act (Sick and Safe Leave)
Ley de Familias Trabajadora Saludables de Maryland
Tip Credit Wage Statement Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Minimum Wage Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Maryland Essential Workers’ Protection Act (House Bill 581, Chapter 736 of the Laws of 2021) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Pay Statement FAQs
Wage Range Transparency
Narrative Examples
Forms
Student Learner Agreement Form and Language
(PDF)
Acuerdo de exenciĂłn para el estudiante
aprendiz
(PDF)
Pay Stub Template
Pay Statement Template Instructions
(PDF)
Compensation Disclosure Form
(PDF)
Compensation Disclosure Form Instructions
(PDF)
Wage Claim
Reclamo de sueldos
Wage Claim Form – fillable
Certification Regarding Human Trafficking Awareness Training
(
Word
)
Credit Check Complaint
(
Word
)
Queja de Informe de Crédito
(
Word
)
Employee Theft and Shoplifting Report
Equal Pay Complaint Form
(
Word
)
Formulario de queja de licencia acreditada por enfermedad y seguridad de Maryland
(
Word
)
File a Child Labor Violation Claim
(
Word
)
Formulario de quej por infracciĂłn de trabajo infantil
(
Word
)
Lie Detector Signature
(
Word
)
Formulario de firma del detector de mentiras
(Word)
Minor Work Permit (online application)
Notice to Employer of Intent to Claim Lien for Unpaid Wages
(
Word
)
Aviso al Empledor Sobre la Intencion de Reclamar una Retencion por Salarios no Pagados
(Word)
Employer Complaint to Dispute Lien for Unpaid Wages
(
Word
)
Queja del Empleador para disputer la Retencion por salarios no pagados
(Word)
Secure Maryland Wage Act Complaint Form (Word)
Queja de salario seguro (Word)
Secure Maryland Wage Act Complaint Form (PDF)
Queja de salario seguro (PDF)
Wage Lien
(
Word
)
Retencion por salaries no Pagados de Maryland declaracion
(Word)
Healthy Working Families Act (Sick and Safe Leave) Complaint
(
Word
)
Online Sick and Safe Complaint Form
New
Formulario de reclamo de licencia por enfermedad y seguridad acumulada de Maryland
(
Word
)
Formulario de quejas por enfermedad y seguridad en lĂnea
Nuevo
Other
Equal Pay Day Report
Employee Stock Ownership Plans: Benefits and Costs of ESOP Tax Incentives for Broadening Stock Ownership
Notice to Innkeepers – Human Trafficking
Innkeeper Certification – Human Trafficking Training
For additional information, contact:
Maryland Department of Labor
Division of Labor and Industry
Employment Standards Service
*Baltimore County Office
10946 Golden West Drive, Suite 160
Hunt Valley, Maryland 21031
*Send all mail to this address only*
Rockville Office
7300 Calhoun Place
Suite 700
Rockville, Maryland 20855
Opening Soon!
Silver Spring Office
8403 Colesville Road
Suite 835
Silver Spring, Maryland 20910
Contact Number:
410-767-2357
e-mail:
dldliemploymentstandards-labor@maryland.gov
Ayuda en Español:
410-767-2387
,
410-767-2186
,
410-767-2384
, or
410-767-2371 |
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# Employment Standards Service (ESS) - Wage and Hour Information - Division of Labor and Industry
Welcome to the Division of Labor and Industry’s Employment Standards Service (ESS) page. Our ESS unit handles an array of employment issues, including, but not limited to, enforcement of laws concerning wages and time off. If you are an employee and believe your wages were unfairly withheld or an employer who needs information regarding Maryland employment, we are here to guide you through the steps to ensure your issue is addressed in a timely manner. Please view the links below for additional information.
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## Compliance Assistance Materials - 2024 Pay Statement and Pay Transparency Laws New
[View recorded webinar](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEkvwkzxncA) (September 25, 2024)
[Download webinar presentation (PDF)](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esswebinarnewwagelaws.pdf)
New 2024 Pay Stub/Pay Statement and Pay Transparency Laws are Effective October 1! See links below for FAQs, templates, and guidance.
**Pay Stubs and Pay Statements**
- [Pay Statement FAQs](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esspaystubfaq.shtml)
- [Pay Stub Template](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esspaystatementtemplate.xlsx)
- [Pay Statement Template Instructions](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esspaystatementtemplateinstructions.pdf?=v1)
**Wage Range Transparency**
- [Wage Range Transparency FAQs](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esswagerangefaq.shtml)
- [Narrative Examples](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essnarrativeformats.docx)
- [Compensation Disclosure Form](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esscompensationdisclosureform.pdf) (PDF)
- [Compensation Disclosure Form Instructions](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esscompensationdisclosureforminstructions.pdf) (PDF)
## Leave Issues - Having problems using your paid sick and safe leave?
I am having problems using my leave under the Healthy Working Families Act:
**Click Below to File a Claim**
[](https://labor.maryland.gov/SickAndSafeLeave/logon.aspx)

**Coming Soon\!**
## Wage Issues—Having problems with your pay?
I am having problems collecting my wages, overtime, tips or pay for leave:
- [Who can file a claim in Maryland?](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wagepay/wpwageissues.shtml)
- [What are my wage and hour solution options?](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wagepay/wpremedies.shtml)
- [Need to file a claim? Download the Wage Claim Form](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wagepay/wpwageissues.shtml#fileclaim)
## Employees and Employers—Important guidelines
What I need to know as an employer or an employee.
- [Maryland Minimum Wage and Overtime Law](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/wagehrfacts.shtml)
- [Leave and Break Laws](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essguide.shtml)
- [Job Applicant Fairness](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essguide.shtml#fairness): If you think your credit information is being used against you in any way pertaining to a potential employer or current employer
- [Credit Check Complaint Form](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essjobappfairness.shtml#appviolation)
- [User Name and Password Privacy Protection](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essguide.shtml#user)
[I would like more information on discrimination. What can I do?](http://www.eeoc.gov/)
*Note: Employment agencies are no longer required to submit a bond to this Division.*
## Minor Work Permit
- [Minor Work Permit: Information you need to know to obtain a Work Permit](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/empm.shtml)
- [Fact Sheet for Minors](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minorfactsheet.pdf) or [Hoja informativa secundaria](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minorfactsheetes.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minorfactsheetes.docx))
## Maryland Commission on Civil Rights (MCCR)
For employment related matters relating to race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry or national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity, please contact at 410-767-8600 or [visit their website](http://mccr.maryland.gov/) .
## Fact sheets
(Required Postings by Employers)
- [Employment of Minors](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minorfactsheet.pdf)
- [Maryland Minimum Wage and Overtime Law](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minimumwagelaw.pdf)
[La Ley de Maryland Salario MĂnimo y Tiempo Extra](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minimumwagelawes.pdf)
- [Maryland Minimum Wage and Overtime Law for Montgomery County](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minimumwagelawmont.pdf)
[La Ley de Montgomery County Salario MĂnimo y Tiempo Extra](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minimumwagelawmontes.pdf)
- [Maryland Minimum Wage and Overtime for Howard County](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minimumwagelawhoco.pdf)
[La Ley de Howard County Salario Minimo y Tiempo Extra](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minimumwagelawhocoes.pdf)
- [Maryland Minimum Wage and Overtime for Prince George's County](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minimumwagelawpgco.pdf)
[La Ley de Prince George's County Salario Minimo y Tiempo Extra](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minimumwagelawpgcoes.pdf)
- [Notice to Tipped Employees](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esstipinfo.pdf)
[Aviso a los empleados que reciben propina](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esstipinfoes.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esstipinfoes.docx))
- [Allowable Tip Credits](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esstipallowinfo.docx) (Word)
[CrĂ©ditos de propinas permitidospara los empleados que ganan el salario mĂnimo](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esstipallowinfoes.docx) (Word)
[Allowable Tip Credit for Prince George's County](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esstipallowinfopg.pdf)
[CrĂ©dito de Propinas Permitido para Empleadores Sujeto al Salario MĂnimo del Condado de Prince George](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esstipallowinfopges.pdf)
[Allowable Tip Credit for Howard County](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esstipallowinfohoco.docx) (Word)
[CrĂ©dito de Propinas Permitido para Empleadores Sujeto al Salario MĂnimo del Condado de Howard](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esstipallowinfohocoes.pdf)
[Allowable Tip Credit for Montgomery County](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esstipallowinfomoco.pdf)
[CrĂ©dito de Propinas Permitido para Empleadores Sujeto al Salario MĂnimo del Condado de Montgomery](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esstipallowinfomocoes.pdf)
- [Healthy Working Families Act (Sick and Safe Leave) Poster](https://labor.maryland.gov/paidleave/paidleaveposter.pdf)
- [Healthy Working Families Act (Sick and Safe Leave) Model Policies](https://labor.maryland.gov/paidleave/paidleavemodel.pdf)
[PolĂtica modelo de ley de familias trabajadoras sanas](https://labor.maryland.gov/paidleave/paidleavemodeles.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/paidleave/paidleavemodeles.docx))
## FAQs
- [Job Applicant Fairness Act](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essjobappfairness.shtml)
[Ley de Imparcialidad del Solicitante de Empleo](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essjobappfairnesses.shtml)
- [Shift Break—The Healthy Retail Employee Act](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essretailfaqs.shtml)
[Descansos por Turnos](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essretailfaqses.shtml)
- [Healthy Working Families Act (Sick and Safe Leave)](https://labor.maryland.gov/paidleave/paidleavefaqs.pdf)
[Ley de Familias Trabajadora Saludables de Maryland](https://labor.maryland.gov/paidleave/paidleavefaqses.pdf)
- [Tip Credit Wage Statement Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esstipcreditfaqs.shtml)
- [Minimum Wage Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minwagefaqs.shtml)
- [Maryland Essential Workers’ Protection Act (House Bill 581, Chapter 736 of the Laws of 2021) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essessentialprofaqs.shtml)
- [Pay Statement FAQs](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esspaystubfaq.shtml)
- [Wage Range Transparency](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esswagerangefaq.shtml)
- [Narrative Examples](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essnarrativeformats.docx)
## Forms
- [Student Learner Agreement Form and Language](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essstudentlearneragree25.pdf) (PDF)
[Acuerdo de exenciĂłn para el estudiante aprendiz](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essstudentlearneragrees25.pdf) (PDF)
- [Pay Stub Template](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esspaystatementtemplate.xlsx)
[Pay Statement Template Instructions](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esspaystatementtemplateinstructions.pdf) (PDF)
- [Compensation Disclosure Form](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esscompensationdisclosureform.pdf) (PDF)
[Compensation Disclosure Form Instructions](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esscompensationdisclosureforminstructions.pdf) (PDF)
- [Wage Claim](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essclaimform.shtml)
[Reclamo de sueldos](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essclaimform.shtml#es)
[Wage Claim Form – fillable](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essclaimform_fillable.pdf)
- [Certification Regarding Human Trafficking Awareness Training](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/humantraftrain2023.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/humantraftrain2023.docx))
- [Credit Check Complaint](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/dlicreditcheckcomplaint.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/dlicreditcheckcomplaint.doc))
[Queja de Informe de Crédito](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/dlicreditcheckcomplaintes.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/dlicreditcheckcomplaintes.docx))
- [Employee Theft and Shoplifting Report](https://goo.gl/forms/BLnjigWzs7uGp0EN2)
- [Equal Pay Complaint Form](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/dliequalpaycomp.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/dliequalpaycomp.docx))
[Formulario de queja de licencia acreditada por enfermedad y seguridad de Maryland](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/dliequalpaycompes.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/dliequalpaycompes.doc))
- [File a Child Labor Violation Claim](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esschildlaborviocomp.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esschildlaborviocomp.docx))
[Formulario de quej por infracciĂłn de trabajo infantil](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esschildlaborviocompes.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esschildlaborviocompes.docx))
- [Lie Detector Signature](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/liedetectorsigsheet.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/liedetectorsigsheet.docx))
[Formulario de firma del detector de mentiras](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/liedetectorsigsheetes.docx) (Word)
- [Minor Work Permit (online application)](https://www.dllr.state.md.us/ChildWorkPermit/)
- [Notice to Employer of Intent to Claim Lien for Unpaid Wages](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esslienstatement.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esslienstatement.docx))
[Aviso al Empledor Sobre la Intencion de Reclamar una Retencion por Salarios no Pagados](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esslienstatementes.docx) (Word)
- [Employer Complaint to Dispute Lien for Unpaid Wages](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/essempcomplaintwagelien.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/essempcomplaintwagelien.doc))
[Queja del Empleador para disputer la Retencion por salarios no pagados](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/essempcomplaintwagelienes.doc) (Word)
- [Secure Maryland Wage Act Complaint Form (Word)](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/ess-securemdwageact.doc)
[Queja de salario seguro (Word)](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/ess-securemdwageactes.doc)
- [Secure Maryland Wage Act Complaint Form (PDF)](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/ess-securemdwageact.pdf)
[Queja de salario seguro (PDF)](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/ess-securemdwageactes.pdf)
- [Wage Lien](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/essunpaid.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/essunpaid.docx))
[Retencion por salaries no Pagados de Maryland declaracion](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/essunpaides.docx) (Word)
- [Healthy Working Families Act (Sick and Safe Leave) Complaint](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/paidleavecomplaint.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/paidleavecomplaint.docx))
[Online Sick and Safe Complaint Form](https://labor.maryland.gov/SickAndSafeLeave/logon.aspx) New
[Formulario de reclamo de licencia por enfermedad y seguridad acumulada de Maryland](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/paidleavecomplaintes.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/paidleavecomplaintes.docx))
[Formulario de quejas por enfermedad y seguridad en lĂnea](https://labor.maryland.gov/SickAndSafeLeave/logon.aspx) Nuevo
## Other
- [Equal Pay Day Report](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/equalpay.shtml)
- [Employee Stock Ownership Plans: Benefits and Costs of ESOP Tax Incentives for Broadening Stock Ownership](http://www.gao.gov/assets/150/144895.pdf)
- [Notice to Innkeepers – Human Trafficking](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/ess-inkeepernotice.pdf)
- [Innkeeper Certification – Human Trafficking Training](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/ess-inkeepercerthumantrafficking.pdf)
***
For additional information, contact:
Maryland Department of Labor
**Division of Labor and Industry Employment Standards Service**
**\*Baltimore County Office**
10946 Golden West Drive, Suite 160
Hunt Valley, Maryland 21031
***\*Send all mail to this address only\****
**Rockville Office**
7300 Calhoun Place
Suite 700
Rockville, Maryland 20855
*Opening Soon\!*
**Silver Spring Office**
8403 Colesville Road
Suite 835
Silver Spring, Maryland 20910
Contact Number: [410-767-2357](tel:4107672357)
e-mail: [dldliemploymentstandards-labor@maryland.gov](mailto:dldliemploymentstandards-labor@maryland.gov)
Ayuda en Español: [410-767-2387](tel:4107672387), [410-767-2186](tel:4107672186), [410-767-2384](tel:4107672384), or [410-767-2371](tel:4107672371)

**Maryland Department of Labor**
100 S. Charles Street, Tower I, Baltimore, MD 21201
Dial 7-1-1 to place a call through Maryland Relay
- [About Us](https://labor.maryland.gov/aboutdllr/)
- [Privacy](https://labor.maryland.gov/aboutdllr/privacystatement.shtml)
- [Posters](https://labor.maryland.gov/oeope/posters.shtml)
- [MPIA](https://labor.maryland.gov/aboutdllr/mpia.shtml)
- [Register to Vote](https://elections.maryland.gov/voter_registration/)
- [Ayuda en español](https://labor.maryland.gov/spanish/) |
| Readable Markdown | ## Employment Standards Service (ESS) - Wage and Hour Information - Division of Labor and Industry
Welcome to the Division of Labor and Industry’s Employment Standards Service (ESS) page. Our ESS unit handles an array of employment issues, including, but not limited to, enforcement of laws concerning wages and time off. If you are an employee and believe your wages were unfairly withheld or an employer who needs information regarding Maryland employment, we are here to guide you through the steps to ensure your issue is addressed in a timely manner. Please view the links below for additional information.
## Compliance Assistance Materials - 2024 Pay Statement and Pay Transparency Laws New
[View recorded webinar](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEkvwkzxncA) (September 25, 2024)
[Download webinar presentation (PDF)](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esswebinarnewwagelaws.pdf)
New 2024 Pay Stub/Pay Statement and Pay Transparency Laws are Effective October 1! See links below for FAQs, templates, and guidance.
## Leave Issues - Having problems using your paid sick and safe leave?
I am having problems using my leave under the Healthy Working Families Act:
**Click Below to File a Claim**
[](https://labor.maryland.gov/SickAndSafeLeave/logon.aspx)

**Coming Soon\!**
## Wage Issues—Having problems with your pay?
I am having problems collecting my wages, overtime, tips or pay for leave:
- [Who can file a claim in Maryland?](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wagepay/wpwageissues.shtml)
- [What are my wage and hour solution options?](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wagepay/wpremedies.shtml)
- [Need to file a claim? Download the Wage Claim Form](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wagepay/wpwageissues.shtml#fileclaim)
## Employees and Employers—Important guidelines
What I need to know as an employer or an employee.
- [Maryland Minimum Wage and Overtime Law](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/wagehrfacts.shtml)
- [Leave and Break Laws](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essguide.shtml)
- [Job Applicant Fairness](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essguide.shtml#fairness): If you think your credit information is being used against you in any way pertaining to a potential employer or current employer
- [Credit Check Complaint Form](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essjobappfairness.shtml#appviolation)
- [User Name and Password Privacy Protection](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essguide.shtml#user)
[I would like more information on discrimination. What can I do?](http://www.eeoc.gov/)
*Note: Employment agencies are no longer required to submit a bond to this Division.*
## Minor Work Permit
- [Minor Work Permit: Information you need to know to obtain a Work Permit](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/empm.shtml)
- [Fact Sheet for Minors](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minorfactsheet.pdf) or [Hoja informativa secundaria](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minorfactsheetes.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minorfactsheetes.docx))
## Maryland Commission on Civil Rights (MCCR)
For employment related matters relating to race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry or national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity, please contact at 410-767-8600 or [visit their website](http://mccr.maryland.gov/) .
## Fact sheets
(Required Postings by Employers)
- [Employment of Minors](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minorfactsheet.pdf)
- [Maryland Minimum Wage and Overtime Law](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minimumwagelaw.pdf)
[La Ley de Maryland Salario MĂnimo y Tiempo Extra](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minimumwagelawes.pdf)
- [Maryland Minimum Wage and Overtime Law for Montgomery County](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minimumwagelawmont.pdf)
[La Ley de Montgomery County Salario MĂnimo y Tiempo Extra](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minimumwagelawmontes.pdf)
- [Maryland Minimum Wage and Overtime for Howard County](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minimumwagelawhoco.pdf)
[La Ley de Howard County Salario Minimo y Tiempo Extra](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minimumwagelawhocoes.pdf)
- [Maryland Minimum Wage and Overtime for Prince George's County](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minimumwagelawpgco.pdf)
[La Ley de Prince George's County Salario Minimo y Tiempo Extra](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minimumwagelawpgcoes.pdf)
- [Notice to Tipped Employees](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esstipinfo.pdf)
[Aviso a los empleados que reciben propina](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esstipinfoes.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esstipinfoes.docx))
- [Allowable Tip Credits](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esstipallowinfo.docx) (Word)
[CrĂ©ditos de propinas permitidospara los empleados que ganan el salario mĂnimo](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esstipallowinfoes.docx) (Word)
[Allowable Tip Credit for Prince George's County](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esstipallowinfopg.pdf)
[CrĂ©dito de Propinas Permitido para Empleadores Sujeto al Salario MĂnimo del Condado de Prince George](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esstipallowinfopges.pdf)
[Allowable Tip Credit for Howard County](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esstipallowinfohoco.docx) (Word)
[CrĂ©dito de Propinas Permitido para Empleadores Sujeto al Salario MĂnimo del Condado de Howard](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esstipallowinfohocoes.pdf)
[Allowable Tip Credit for Montgomery County](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esstipallowinfomoco.pdf)
[CrĂ©dito de Propinas Permitido para Empleadores Sujeto al Salario MĂnimo del Condado de Montgomery](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esstipallowinfomocoes.pdf)
- [Healthy Working Families Act (Sick and Safe Leave) Poster](https://labor.maryland.gov/paidleave/paidleaveposter.pdf)
- [Healthy Working Families Act (Sick and Safe Leave) Model Policies](https://labor.maryland.gov/paidleave/paidleavemodel.pdf)
[PolĂtica modelo de ley de familias trabajadoras sanas](https://labor.maryland.gov/paidleave/paidleavemodeles.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/paidleave/paidleavemodeles.docx))
## FAQs
- [Job Applicant Fairness Act](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essjobappfairness.shtml)
[Ley de Imparcialidad del Solicitante de Empleo](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essjobappfairnesses.shtml)
- [Shift Break—The Healthy Retail Employee Act](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essretailfaqs.shtml)
[Descansos por Turnos](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essretailfaqses.shtml)
- [Healthy Working Families Act (Sick and Safe Leave)](https://labor.maryland.gov/paidleave/paidleavefaqs.pdf)
[Ley de Familias Trabajadora Saludables de Maryland](https://labor.maryland.gov/paidleave/paidleavefaqses.pdf)
- [Tip Credit Wage Statement Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esstipcreditfaqs.shtml)
- [Minimum Wage Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/minwagefaqs.shtml)
- [Maryland Essential Workers’ Protection Act (House Bill 581, Chapter 736 of the Laws of 2021) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essessentialprofaqs.shtml)
- [Pay Statement FAQs](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esspaystubfaq.shtml)
- [Wage Range Transparency](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esswagerangefaq.shtml)
- [Narrative Examples](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essnarrativeformats.docx)
## Forms
- [Student Learner Agreement Form and Language](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essstudentlearneragree25.pdf) (PDF)
[Acuerdo de exenciĂłn para el estudiante aprendiz](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essstudentlearneragrees25.pdf) (PDF)
- [Pay Stub Template](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esspaystatementtemplate.xlsx)
[Pay Statement Template Instructions](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esspaystatementtemplateinstructions.pdf) (PDF)
- [Compensation Disclosure Form](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esscompensationdisclosureform.pdf) (PDF)
[Compensation Disclosure Form Instructions](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/esscompensationdisclosureforminstructions.pdf) (PDF)
- [Wage Claim](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essclaimform.shtml)
[Reclamo de sueldos](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essclaimform.shtml#es)
[Wage Claim Form – fillable](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/essclaimform_fillable.pdf)
- [Certification Regarding Human Trafficking Awareness Training](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/humantraftrain2023.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/humantraftrain2023.docx))
- [Credit Check Complaint](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/dlicreditcheckcomplaint.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/dlicreditcheckcomplaint.doc))
[Queja de Informe de Crédito](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/dlicreditcheckcomplaintes.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/dlicreditcheckcomplaintes.docx))
- [Employee Theft and Shoplifting Report](https://goo.gl/forms/BLnjigWzs7uGp0EN2)
- [Equal Pay Complaint Form](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/dliequalpaycomp.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/dliequalpaycomp.docx))
[Formulario de queja de licencia acreditada por enfermedad y seguridad de Maryland](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/dliequalpaycompes.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/dliequalpaycompes.doc))
- [File a Child Labor Violation Claim](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esschildlaborviocomp.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esschildlaborviocomp.docx))
[Formulario de quej por infracciĂłn de trabajo infantil](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esschildlaborviocompes.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esschildlaborviocompes.docx))
- [Lie Detector Signature](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/liedetectorsigsheet.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/liedetectorsigsheet.docx))
[Formulario de firma del detector de mentiras](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/liedetectorsigsheetes.docx) (Word)
- [Minor Work Permit (online application)](https://www.dllr.state.md.us/ChildWorkPermit/)
- [Notice to Employer of Intent to Claim Lien for Unpaid Wages](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esslienstatement.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esslienstatement.docx))
[Aviso al Empledor Sobre la Intencion de Reclamar una Retencion por Salarios no Pagados](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/esslienstatementes.docx) (Word)
- [Employer Complaint to Dispute Lien for Unpaid Wages](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/essempcomplaintwagelien.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/essempcomplaintwagelien.doc))
[Queja del Empleador para disputer la Retencion por salarios no pagados](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/essempcomplaintwagelienes.doc) (Word)
- [Secure Maryland Wage Act Complaint Form (Word)](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/ess-securemdwageact.doc)
[Queja de salario seguro (Word)](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/ess-securemdwageactes.doc)
- [Secure Maryland Wage Act Complaint Form (PDF)](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/ess-securemdwageact.pdf)
[Queja de salario seguro (PDF)](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/ess-securemdwageactes.pdf)
- [Wage Lien](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/essunpaid.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/essunpaid.docx))
[Retencion por salaries no Pagados de Maryland declaracion](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/essunpaides.docx) (Word)
- [Healthy Working Families Act (Sick and Safe Leave) Complaint](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/paidleavecomplaint.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/paidleavecomplaint.docx))
[Online Sick and Safe Complaint Form](https://labor.maryland.gov/SickAndSafeLeave/logon.aspx) New
[Formulario de reclamo de licencia por enfermedad y seguridad acumulada de Maryland](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/paidleavecomplaintes.pdf) ([Word](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/paidleavecomplaintes.docx))
[Formulario de quejas por enfermedad y seguridad en lĂnea](https://labor.maryland.gov/SickAndSafeLeave/logon.aspx) Nuevo
## Other
- [Equal Pay Day Report](https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/equalpay.shtml)
- [Employee Stock Ownership Plans: Benefits and Costs of ESOP Tax Incentives for Broadening Stock Ownership](http://www.gao.gov/assets/150/144895.pdf)
- [Notice to Innkeepers – Human Trafficking](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/ess-inkeepernotice.pdf)
- [Innkeeper Certification – Human Trafficking Training](https://labor.maryland.gov/forms/ess-inkeepercerthumantrafficking.pdf)
***
For additional information, contact:
Maryland Department of Labor
**Division of Labor and Industry Employment Standards Service**
**\*Baltimore County Office**
10946 Golden West Drive, Suite 160
Hunt Valley, Maryland 21031
***\*Send all mail to this address only\****
**Rockville Office**
7300 Calhoun Place
Suite 700
Rockville, Maryland 20855
*Opening Soon\!*
**Silver Spring Office**
8403 Colesville Road
Suite 835
Silver Spring, Maryland 20910
Contact Number: [410-767-2357](tel:4107672357)
e-mail: [dldliemploymentstandards-labor@maryland.gov](mailto:dldliemploymentstandards-labor@maryland.gov)
Ayuda en Español: [410-767-2387](tel:4107672387), [410-767-2186](tel:4107672186), [410-767-2384](tel:4107672384), or [410-767-2371](tel:4107672371) |
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| Root Hash | 4620706746392182893 |
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