§ 8-102. Effect of statute of limitations

   (a) In general. -- Unless a contrary intent is expressly indicated in the will, a claim which was barred by a statute of limitations at the time of the death of the decedent may not be allowed or paid.

(b) Effect of death. -- Subject to § 8-103(a) of this subtitle, a period of limitations which would terminate, except for the death of the decedent, during the period from the death of the decedent until 6 months after the date of the decedent's death, is automatically extended until 6 months after the date of the decedent's death.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 93, § 8-102; 1974, ch. 11, § 2; 1989, ch. 496, § 1; 1992, ch. 226.