Md. Code, Land Use § 21-208 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-208
§21–208.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) After a public hearing, the district council shall establish by local law or subsequent amendment to the local law procedures for the Commission to submit, adopt, and approve a plan or part of a plan.

(2) The district council shall publish notice of the time and place of the public hearing in at least one newspaper of general circulation in the county at least 30 days before the hearing.

(b) The procedures established in accordance with subsection (a) of this section:

(1) may include requirements for submission to and approval by the district council of preliminary concepts, guidelines, goals, or plans;

(2) shall include adoption of a plan by the Commission after at least one public hearing, notice of the time and place of which shall be published in at least one newspaper of general circulation in the county at least 30 days before the hearing;

(3) may include procedures for the approval of a plan by the district council;

(4) shall include a method for the Commission to certify and file a plan in the office of the clerk of the Circuit Court of Montgomery County; and

(5) shall include provisions for the Commission to publish an adopted and approved plan.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-601 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-601
§21–601.
Status: in_force

(a) If the driver of a vehicle intends to turn right at any intersection, he shall approach the intersection and make the right turn as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway.

(b) If the driver of a vehicle intends to turn left at any intersection or crossover, he shall approach the intersection or crossover in the extreme left-hand lane lawfully available to traffic moving in the same direction.

(c) If the driver of a vehicle intends to turn left at any intersection or crossover, the driver shall, after entering the intersection or crossover, make the left turn so as to leave the intersection in a lane lawfully available to traffic moving in the same direction on the roadway being entered.

(d) (1) The State Highway Administration or any local authority may place a traffic control device at or near any intersection in its jurisdiction and, with it, direct that vehicles turning at the intersection travel a course different from one specified in this section.

(2) At an intersection where a traffic control device is placed under this subsection, the driver of a vehicle may not turn otherwise than as directed by the device.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-312.1 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-312.1
§21–312.
Status: in_force

§21–312.1.

(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) “Caterer” means a food service facility that offers catering services or identifies itself as a caterer.

(3) “Catering services” means the preparation or provision and the serving of food or drink by a food service facility for service at the provider’s premises or elsewhere in connection with a specific event or a business or social function or affair.

(b) A food service facility that offers catering services or that identifies itself as a caterer shall include its food service facility license number, including the identity of the issuer of the license, on:

(1) All advertising on business cards, published print media, flyers, brochures, and any vehicles used in connection with catering services and in telephone directories; and

(2) All contracts for catering services.

(c) A food service facility that is licensed in more than one political subdivision may satisfy the requirements of this section by displaying the food service facility license number of any or all of its licenses issued by one or more of the political subdivisions.

(d) This section does not apply to a person who:

(1) Prepares food in a kitchen of another person’s private home for service in that private home; or

(2) Prepares food in a kitchen of a private home or a kitchen of a school, religious or charitable organization, or nonprofit institution for service or sale to benefit a school, religious or charitable organization, or nonprofit institution.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1008 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 10 / Section 21-1008
§21–1008.
Status: in_force

(a) By fiscal year 2000, each public institution of higher education and State employment facility shall provide reasonable accommodations necessary for bicycle access, including parking for bicycles.

(b) When a public institution of higher education revises its facility master plan, the public institution of higher education shall address bicycle and pedestrian transportation circulation:

(1) Between the institution and the communities adjacent to the institution; and

(2) Within the campus of the institution.

(c) The facility master plan shall include measures that the institution proposes to:

(1) Incorporate bikeways and pedestrian facilities on the campus; and

(2) Promote biking and walking on the campus.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-321 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-321
§21–321.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (d) of this section, before a food establishment is constructed, remodeled, or materially altered, or before an existing building or structure is converted or remodeled for use as a food establishment, properly prepared plans and specifications for the construction, remodeling, or alteration of a food establishment shall be submitted to:

(1) The Department, if the food establishment is:

(i) A food processing plant; or

(ii) A chain or franchise food service facility planning to construct 2 or more facilities in the State from a single uniform set of plans; or

(2) Except as provided in item (1)(ii) of this subsection, for food service facilities, to the appropriate county health department.

(b) The plans or specifications required under subsection (a) of this section shall include:

(1) Layout and arrangement of work areas;

(2) Construction materials;

(3) The location, size, manufacturer, and model number of equipment and facilities; and

(4) Any other information that may be required for the proper review of the plans and specifications.

(c) Unless the required plans and specifications are approved by the Department, a person may not:

(1) Construct, remodel, or alter a food establishment; or

(2) Convert or remodel an existing building or structure for use as a food establishment.

(d) The provisions of this section do not apply to the construction, remodeling, or alteration of any areas in a food establishment used solely for office space, or recreational areas.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-606 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-606
§21–606.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided, each required signal given by hand and arm shall be given from the left side of the vehicle in the manner specified in this section.

(b) A left turn signal is given by the hand and arm extended horizontally.

(c) A right turn signal is given by the hand and arm extended upward; except that a bicyclist may extend the right hand and arm horizontally to the right.

(d) A stop or decrease in speed signal is given by the hand and arm extended downward.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-603 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-603
§21–603.
Status: in_force

A Class C beer license may not be issued in the county.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-625 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-625
§21–625.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, the City of Takoma Park may impose an ad valorem tax on all property assessed for tax purposes in the city at a rate required to produce the amount needed to pay for:

(1) maintenance of stormwater management systems in the city that were maintained by the Commission before July 1, 1990, and systems established by the city on or after July 1, 1990;

(2) the principal and interest that becomes due and owing to:

(i) the bondholders during the following year and the proportionate part of the principal of all outstanding sinking fund bonds, as determined by the table of redemption of bonds for bonds issued by or on behalf of the city on or after July 1, 1990, for stormwater management under this subtitle; and

(ii) Prince George’s County with respect to the repayment of any loan made by the county to the City of Takoma Park under § 21–612(b) of this subtitle; and

(3) the cost of stormwater management activities and practices in the city, as approved in the city’s annual stormwater management budget and appropriations resolution for the following fiscal year.

(b) In lieu of the ad valorem taxes authorized by subsection (a) of this section, the City of Takoma Park may adopt a stormwater management utility fee system or user charges to pay the costs of stormwater management activities and projects based on factors such as land use, amount of runoff, conservation, and environmental and other considerations.

(c) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the taxes authorized by this section shall be imposed and collected in the same manner, have the same priority, bear the same interest, and be treated in all respects as other taxes imposed by the City of Takoma Park.

(2) (i) Notwithstanding any provision of the charter, laws, or ordinances of the City of Takoma Park, the taxes may not be subject to a limitation on the tax rate or tax revenues of the city.

(ii) The tax revenues, user charges, and utility fees shall be deposited and maintained in a separate stormwater management fund established under § 21–628 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-208 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-208
§21–208.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in § 21-204(b) and (c) of this subtitle, a provision in an agreement that purports to relieve a fiduciary from a responsibility, obligation, or duty, or liability for a responsibility, obligation, or duty under this subtitle is against public policy and void.

(b) This subtitle does not preclude indemnification of a fiduciary in accordance with § 21-207 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-102 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-102
§21–102.
Status: in_force

A person may not do any act prohibited or fail to do any act required by this title.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-301 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-301
§21–301.
Status: in_force

(a) On every roadway that is wide enough, a vehicle shall be driven on the right half of the roadway, except:

(1) While overtaking and passing another vehicle going in the same direction, under the rules governing this movement;

(2) Where there is an obstruction that makes it necessary to drive to the left of the center of the highway, but the driver of any vehicle doing so shall yield the right-of-way to any other vehicle that is traveling in the proper direction on the unobstructed part of the highway and is so near as to be an immediate danger;

(3) On a roadway that is divided into three or more clearly marked lanes for vehicular traffic, subject to the rules applicable to these roadways;

(4) On a roadway designated and signposted for one-way traffic; or

(5) On a roadway that is marked or signposted in a manner indicating that a contrary rule exists.

(b) (1) On every roadway, except while overtaking and passing another vehicle going in the same direction or when preparing for a lawful left turn, any vehicle going 10 miles per hour or more below the applicable maximum speed limit or, if any existing conditions reasonably require a speed below that of the applicable maximum, at less than the normal speed of traffic under these conditions, shall be driven in the right–hand lane then available for traffic or as close as practicable to the right–hand curb or edge of the roadway.

(2) (i) 1. A driver of a vehicle traveling slower than the general speed of traffic, if practicable as determined by the driver, shall drive in the right–hand lane or lanes.

2. A. This paragraph establishes the policy of the State and guidance with respect to the rules of the road.

B. A person may not be issued a citation for a violation of this paragraph.

(ii) The Administration shall include the requirement under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph in the State’s driver education curriculum.

(iii) The State Highway Administration shall inform drivers of the requirement under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph:

1. At the request of a local jurisdiction or on its own initiative, by placing and maintaining, in its sole discretion, signs at regular intervals on appropriate State highways; and

2. Through the dynamic message sign system located throughout the State, to the extent authorized by federal law and regulations.

(c) (1) On any roadway that is divided into four or more clearly marked lanes for vehicular traffic and that provides for two-way movement of traffic, a vehicle may not be driven on the left of the centerline of the roadway, except:

(i) Where authorized by a traffic control device designating a lane to the left of the center of the roadway for use by traffic not otherwise permitted to use this lane; or

(ii) As permitted under subsection (a)(2) of this section.

(2) This subsection does not prohibit the crossing of the centerline of a roadway while making a left turn into or from an alley or a private road or driveway.
Md. Code, State Government § 21-207 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-207
§21–207.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Department shall explore the possibility of:

(i) accessing federal or other grant funding for the Program; and

(ii) awarding corps participants with:

1. academic credit for their service; or

2. credit for prior learning experience toward trade or vocational certification.

(2) The Department shall consult with the Maryland Higher Education Commission, institutions of postsecondary education, the Maryland Department of Labor, and any other entity the Department determines relevant in determining the feasibility of implementing the provisions of paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(b) The Department may use money from the YA Pathway Fund under § 21–205 of this subtitle and the MSY Pathway Fund under § 21–206 of this subtitle to:

(1) create a Maryland Civilian Climate Corps to conserve and restore State and local parks and engage in other climate or environmental projects;

(2) create a Maryland Historic Trades Corps to place young adults and young veterans in regionally based work crews tasked with rehabilitation of State historic resources; and

(3) expand the Maryland Conservation Corps to engage in projects that manage natural resources and conserve parks.
Md. Code, Education § 21-206 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-206
§21–206.
Status: in_force

On or before December 1 each year, the Maryland Longitudinal Data System Center and the Governor’s Workforce Development Board shall report to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly the available data for high school graduates for the 5–year period after graduation on:

(1) Wages earned;

(2) Hours worked per week; and

(3) The industry in which the individuals are employed.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-507 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 5 / Section 21-507
§21–507.
Status: in_force

If no bonds authorized by this subtitle are outstanding with respect to a special taxing district, the governing body of the county may use money in the special fund for:

(1) any purpose specified in this subtitle;

(2) paying debt service on bonds to be issued later;

(3) payment or reimbursement of debt service that the county is obligated under a general or limited obligation to pay, or has paid, on MEDCO obligations or any bond, note, or other similar instrument issued by the State, any unit or political subdivision of the State, or the Revenue Authority of Prince George’s County, the proceeds of which were used for any purpose specified in this subtitle; or

(4) payment to the county to provide money for any legal purpose as determined by the governing body of the county.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 21-308 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-308
§21–308.
Status: in_force

Licensure authorizes an individual to practice as an environmental health specialist while the license is in effect.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1410 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 14 / Section 21-1410
§21–1410.
Status: in_force

A vehicle may not be driven on any Authority highway if the vehicle or its load exceeds the maximum weight, width, or height permitted by the regulations of the Maryland Transportation Authority for that Authority highway.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 21-306 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-306
§21–306.
Status: in_force

(a) If an applicant qualifies for a registration under this subtitle, the Board shall mail or electronically transmit to the applicant a notice that states that:

(1) the applicant has qualified for a registration; and

(2) on receipt of a registration fee set by the Board, the Board will issue a registration to the applicant.

(b) On payment of the registration fee, the Board shall issue a registration to each applicant who meets the requirements of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-504 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 5 / Section 21-504
§21–504.
Status: in_force

(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, the driver of a vehicle shall exercise due care to avoid colliding with any pedestrian.

(b) Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, the driver of a vehicle shall, if necessary, warn any pedestrian by sounding the horn of the vehicle.

(c) Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, the driver of a vehicle shall exercise proper precaution on observing any child or any obviously confused or incapacitated individual.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-1408 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 14 / Section 21-1408
§21–1408.
Status: in_force

(a) At the time an application for an alcoholic beverages license is filed, at least one of the applicants shall be a resident of the State.

(b) The license remains valid only for as long as at least one of the applicants remains a resident of the State.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-2E-04 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2E / Section 21-2E-04
§21–2E–04.
Status: in_force

The Department shall adopt regulations to carry out this subtitle.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-803 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 8 / Section 21-803
§21–803.
Status: in_force

(a) The governing body of Anne Arundel County may:

(1) establish special taxing districts; and

(2) impose ad valorem taxes on all real property in a special taxing district at a rate sufficient to provide adequate annual revenue to pay the principal of and interest on any bonds or other obligations of the county issued to finance the design, acquisition, establishment, improvement, extension, operation, or alteration of public parking facilities or pedestrian malls.

(b) Ad valorem taxes imposed under this section shall be imposed in the same manner, on the same assessments, for the same period, and as of the same date of finality as county real property taxes.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-813 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 8 / Section 21-813
§21–813.
Status: in_force

(a) If the Secretary finds that a licensee has violated any of the provisions of this subtitle or that a violation has occurred on any premises for which a license has been issued, the Secretary immediately shall give written notice to the licensee. The notice shall set forth the nature of the violation and direct that it be stopped.

(b) If a licensee fails to comply with a notice given under this section, the Secretary may suspend or revoke the license of the licensee.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-502 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 5 / Section 21-502
§21–502.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) This subsection does not apply where:

(i) A pedestrian tunnel or overhead pedestrian crossing is provided, as described in § 21–503(b) of this subtitle; or

(ii) A traffic control signal is in operation.

(2) The driver of a vehicle shall come to a stop when a pedestrian crossing the roadway in a crosswalk is:

(i) On the half of the roadway on which the vehicle is traveling; or

(ii) Approaching from an adjacent lane on the other half of the roadway.

(b) A pedestrian may not suddenly leave a curb or other place of safety and walk or run into the path of a vehicle which is so close that it is impossible for the driver to yield.

(c) If, at a marked crosswalk or at an unmarked crosswalk at an intersection, a vehicle is stopped to let a pedestrian cross the roadway, the driver of any other vehicle approaching from the rear may not overtake and pass the stopped vehicle.

(d) A person may not commit a violation of subsection (a) or (c) of this section that contributes to an accident.

(e) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (d) of this section is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 months or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 21-205 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-205
§21–205.
Status: in_force

(a) In addition to the powers set forth elsewhere in this title, the Board may:

(1) Adopt rules, regulations, and bylaws to carry out the provisions of this title;

(2) Sue to enforce any provision of this title by injunction; and

(3) Issue subpoenas, summon witnesses, administer oaths, take affidavits, and take testimony about matters that relate to the jurisdiction of the Board.

(b) In addition to the duties set forth elsewhere in this title, the Board shall:

(1) Keep a current record of all licensed environmental health specialists;

(2) Collect and account for fees provided under this title;

(3) Pay all necessary expenses of the Board in accordance with the State budget;

(4) Keep a complete record of its proceedings;

(5) File an annual report of its activities with the Governor and the Secretary that includes:

(i) A financial statement; and

(ii) A plan for special fund revenues; and

(6) Adopt an official seal.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-411 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-411
§21–411.
Status: in_force

Unless otherwise provided in the charter, bylaws, or code of a municipality, before the governing body of a municipality enacts an ordinance or a resolution that establishes a special taxing district, authorizes the issuance of bonds, or imposes ad valorem or special taxes under this part, the governing body shall:

(1) hold a public hearing; and

(2) give notice of the public hearing in a newspaper of general circulation in the municipality at least 10 days before the date of the hearing.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-2101 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 21 / Section 21-2101
§21–2101.
Status: in_force

(a) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 6 (“Revocation and Suspension of Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation:

(1) § 4–602 (“Power of local licensing board”); and

(2) § 4–603 (“Revocation and suspension procedures”).

(b) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 6 (“Revocation and Suspension of Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county:

(1) § 4–604 (“Grounds for revocation or suspension”), subject to § 21–2102 of this subtitle;

(2) § 4–605 (“Nudity and sexual displays”), subject to § 21–2103 of this subtitle; and

(3) § 4–606 (“Effects of revocation”), subject to § 21–2104 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-2C-01 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2C / Section 21-2C-01
§21–2C–01.
Status: in_force

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Biologic” means a drug that is produced or distributed in accordance with a biologics license application approved under 42 C.F.R. § 447.502.

(c) “Biosimilar” means a drug that is produced or distributed in accordance with a biologics license application approved under 42 U.S.C. § 262(k)(3).

(d) “Board” means the Prescription Drug Affordability Board.

(e) (1) “Brand name drug” means a drug that is produced or distributed in accordance with an original new drug application approved under 21 U.S.C. § 355(c).

(2) “Brand name drug” does not include an authorized generic as defined by 42 C.F.R. § 447.502.

(f) “Current shortage” means a drug:

(1) Listed as current on the federal Food and Drug Administration’s Drug Shortage Database; or

(2) Otherwise determined by the Board to be in short supply in the State.

(g) “Generic drug” means:

(1) A retail drug that is marketed or distributed in accordance with an abbreviated new drug application, approved under 21 U.S.C. § 355(j);

(2) An authorized generic as defined by 42 C.F.R. § 447.502; or

(3) A drug that entered the market before 1962 that was not originally marketed under a new drug application.

(h) “Manufacturer” means an entity that:

(1) (i) Engages in the manufacture of a prescription drug product; or

(ii) Enters into a lease with another manufacturer to market and distribute a prescription drug product under the entity’s own name; and

(2) Sets or changes the wholesale acquisition cost of the prescription drug product it manufactures or markets.

(i) “Prescription drug product” means a brand name drug, a generic drug, a biologic, or a biosimilar.

(j) “Stakeholder Council” means the Prescription Drug Affordability Stakeholder Council.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-255 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-255
§21–255.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this section, the Secretary shall report to the State’s Attorney any alleged criminal violation of this subtitle.

(b) Before the Secretary reports any alleged violation of this subtitle to a State’s Attorney for the institution of a criminal proceeding, the Secretary shall give the alleged violator notice and an opportunity to present that person’s views to the Secretary either orally or in writing. The views of the alleged violator may be presented by counsel.

(c) If the Secretary believes that there has been a violation of this subtitle, but that the violation was minor and the public interest would be served adequately in the circumstances by a written notice or warning, the Secretary may issue a written notice or warning instead of reporting the violation to the State’s Attorney.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-1104 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 11 / Section 21-1104
§21–1104.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board may issue a refillable container permit for draft beer to a holder of a draft beer permit who also holds any other license except a Class A license or a Class C license.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-324.1 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-324.1
§21–324.
Status: in_force

§21–324.1.

(a) This section does not apply to an outer door of a food service facility that leads from the kitchen to the outside.

(b) A food service facility may operate with the outer windows or outer doors open unless, while the food service facility is operating with the outer doors or outer windows open, the local health department:

(1) Finds evidence of vermin in food preparation or food storage areas; or

(2) Finds evidence of flying insects in food preparation or food storage areas that pose a significant threat to sanitation or public health.

(c) If a local health department finds that a food service facility is operating in violation of subsection (b) of this section, the food service facility shall take immediate action to eliminate the vermin or flying insects.

(d) A local health department may close a food service facility found to be operating in violation of subsection (b) of this section, or order a temporary closure of the outer windows and outer doors at the food service facility, until the vermin or flying insects are eliminated from the food preparation or food storage areas, or until another action approved by the local health department is taken.

(e) A food service facility found to be operating in violation of subsection (b) of this section on three or more separate occasions shall keep the outer windows and outer doors closed at all times until:

(1) Modifications approved by the local health department are made to the food service facility to effectively protect against the entrance of vermin and flying insects; or

(2) Another action approved by the local health department is taken.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-304 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-304
§21–304.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to the requirements of subsection (b) of this section, the driver of a vehicle may overtake and pass to the right of another vehicle only:

(1) If the overtaken vehicle is making or about to make a left turn;

(2) On a highway with unobstructed pavement not occupied by parked vehicles and wide enough for two or more lines of vehicles moving lawfully in the same direction as the overtaking vehicle; or

(3) On any one–way roadway, if the roadway is free from obstruction and wide enough for two or more lines of moving vehicles.

(b) The driver of a vehicle may overtake and pass another vehicle to the right only if it is safe to do so.

(c) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection and for an operator of a bicycle or motor scooter, a person may not make the movement described under subsections (a) and (b) of this section by driving off the roadway.

(2) The driver of a vehicle may make the movement described under subsections (a) and (b) of this section by driving outside the marked lane onto the shoulder to overtake and pass a vehicle that is making or about to make a left turn if the driver can do so without leaving the paved surface.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 21-401 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-401
§21–401.
Status: in_force

In this subtitle, “urban renewal authority”:

(1) means a unit of government that is engaged in urban renewal activity; and

(2) includes:

(i) the State;

(ii) Montgomery County;

(iii) Prince George’s County; and

(iv) any unit of government in Montgomery County or Prince George’s County.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-701 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 7 / Section 21-701
§21–701.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Class A wine license in the county.

(b) The license may be issued to a holder of a Class 3 winery license or a Class 4 limited winery license.

(c) (1) The license authorizes the license holder to sell at retail at the place described in the license wine produced at the winery.

(2) Wine shall be sold in a sealed package or container that may not be opened or its contents consumed on the licensed premises.

(d) (1) The annual license fees are:

(i) $50 for a 6–day license; and

(ii) $60 for a 7–day license.

(2) The Board shall charge a one–time issuing fee for a new license in an amount equal to the annual license fee.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-402 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-402
§21–402.
Status: in_force

A holder of a manufacturer’s license may sell or deliver alcoholic beverages to a holder of a retail license on Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to midnight.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1102 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 11 / Section 21-1102
§21–1102.
Status: in_force

(a) The driver of a vehicle may not back it unless the movement can be made safely and without interfering with other traffic.

(b) The driver of a vehicle may not back it on any shoulder or roadway of any controlled access highway.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-2202 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 22 / Section 21-2202
§21–2202.
Status: reserved

(a) A license expires 6 months after the license holder has closed the business or stopped active alcoholic beverages business operations at the premises for which the license is held unless:

(1) an application for approval of a transfer to another location or another person under Subtitle 17 of this title has been approved or is pending;

(2) an application for a certificate of permission or a renewal license for continuation of business under Subtitle 23 of this title has been approved or is pending; or

(3) a written request for a hardship extension under subsection (b) of this section is filed within the 6–month period.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (d) of this section:

(1) the license holder or another appropriate interested party may make a written request to the Board to extend the life of the license due to hardship;

(2) submission of a request under item (1) of this subsection shall automatically extend the life of the license for 1 year after the date of the closing or stopping of business operations; and

(3) a hardship extension may not prolong the life of an inactive license beyond the total of:

(i) 1 year after the date of closing or stopping of alcoholic beverages business operations at the premises for which the license is held; and

(ii) any time period during which the license is suspended under subsection (a)(1) or (2) of this section.

(c) (1) The period for which a license may be considered unexpired:

(i) begins at the earlier of the closing of the business or stopping of alcoholic beverages business operations; and

(ii) may be suspended only by filing an application or request under subsection (a) of this section.

(2) The expiration period resumes on the last to occur of the following events:

(i) final action of the Board denying an application described in subsection (a)(1) or (2) of this section;

(ii) final judgment of the reviewing court if judicial review of the Board’s action on an application or request authorized by subsection (a)(1) or (2) of this section has affirmed the Board’s action; or

(iii) dismissal of a petition for judicial review of the Board’s action.

(3) If an application or request described in subsection (a) or (b) of this section is withdrawn:

(i) the period for automatic expiration of the license may not be suspended on the basis of the withdrawn application or request; and

(ii) the application or request shall be considered as if it had not been filed.

(d) If a licensed premises is forced to close because of a casualty loss, the Board, without circuit court approval, may extend the license for not more than 2 years after the closing.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-304.1 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-304.1
§21–304.
Status: in_force

§21–304.1.

(a) A volunteer fire company that meets the requirements of an excluded organization under § 21-301(e) of this subtitle shall provide written notice to the Department that the volunteer fire company intends to serve food to the public for up to 30 consecutive days.

(b) The written notice shall include the dates on which the food will be prepared, the methods of storing and serving the food, and the methods or procedures to be followed to ensure food safety and security.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 21-207 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-207
§21–207.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board may set reasonable fees for the registration and renewal of registration of individual tax preparers.

(b) Each individual tax preparer that registers under this title shall pay to the Board:

(1) a registration fee at the time of registration; or

(2) a renewal fee at the time of renewal of registration.

(c) (1) The Board shall pay all fees collected under this section to the State Comptroller.

(2) The Comptroller shall distribute the fees to the Fund.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-403 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-403
§21–403.
Status: in_force

In a special taxing district established for financing a ride sharing or bus system, a municipality shall impose a combination of development impact fees and ad valorem taxes to finance, wholly or partly, the capital and operating costs of the ride sharing or bus system.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-211 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-211
§21–211.
Status: in_force

(a) The district council shall publish notice once each week for 2 successive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in the county or in technical press for bids for the construction of a project.

(b) (1) The district council shall award the contract for a project to the lowest responsible bidder.

(2) The district council may:

(i) reject any and all bids for a contract for a project; and

(ii) readvertise for bids, in accordance with and subject to this subtitle.

(c) (1) Before awarding a contract for a project, the district council shall require from the successful bidder a bond in a form and amount approved by the district council.

(2) The bond shall be conditioned on:

(i) completing the project in accordance with the plans, specifications, and time limitations specified in the contract; and

(ii) paying for all supplies and labor provided to the contractor in the construction of the project.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-403 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-403
§21–403.
Status: in_force

(a) Preferential right-of-way at an intersection may be indicated by stop signs or yield signs placed in accordance with the Maryland Vehicle Law.

(b) If the driver of a vehicle approaches a through highway, the driver shall:

(1) Stop at the entrance to the through highway; and

(2) Yield the right-of-way to any other vehicle approaching on the through highway.

(c) If a stop sign is placed at the entrance to an intersecting highway, even if the intersecting highway is not part of a through highway, the driver of a vehicle approaching the intersecting highway shall:

(1) Stop in obedience to the stop sign; and

(2) Yield the right-of-way to any other vehicle approaching on the intersecting highway.

(d) If a “yield” sign facing the driver of a vehicle is placed on the approach to an intersection, the driver shall:

(1) Approach the intersection with caution;

(2) Yield the right-of-way to any other vehicle approaching on the other highway; and

(3) If necessary, stop in order to yield this right-of-way.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-1101 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 11 / Section 21-1101
§21–1101.
Status: in_force

(a) Section 4–1103 (“Removal of partially consumed bottle of wine from licensed premises”) of Division I of this article applies in the county without exception or variation.

(b) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 11 (“Additional License Privileges”) of Division I of this article apply in the county:

(1) § 4–1102 (“Corkage — Consuming wine not purchased from license holder on licensed premises”), in addition to § 21–1102 of this subtitle;

(2) § 4–1104 (“Refillable container permit — Draft beer”), subject to § 21–1104 of this subtitle;

(3) § 4–1105 (“Refillable container permit — Wine”), subject to § 21–1104.1 of this subtitle; and

(4) § 4–1106 (“Nonrefillable container permit — Draft beer”), subject to § 21–1104.2 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 21-304 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-304
§21–304.
Status: in_force

(a) An applicant who otherwise qualifies for a registration is entitled to be examined as provided in this section.

(b) The Board shall give examinations to applicants at least twice a year, at the times and places that the Board determines.

(c) The Board shall give each qualified applicant notice of the time and place of examination.

(d) The Board shall give the examination prepared by the Internal Revenue Service or an equivalent examination by an independent national or state regulatory authority as determined by the Board.

(e) The Board shall adopt regulations that establish the passing score for an examination.

(f) (1) The Board shall notify each applicant of the applicant’s examination score.

(2) Any applicant who requests an appointment within 60 days after the date on which notification is sent may review the applicant’s answers to the examination.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 21-118.1 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-118.1
§21–118.
Status: in_force

§21–118.1.

(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) “Electronic postmark certificate” means evidentiary proof, provided to the sender or recipient of an electronic record, that the electronic record:

(i) Was postmarked by a postal authority with a valid electronic postmark on the date and time indicated;

(ii) Was transmitted in a certain form on a specific date and time; and

(iii) Was sent by the person indicated, to the person indicated, and on the date and time indicated.

(3) “Postal authority” means:

(i) The United States Postal Service or other national public or private mail delivery service that provides electronic postmarks; or

(ii) A public or private entity that has the regulatory authority or legal responsibility for providing electronic postmarks.

(b) Subject to § 21-117 of this title, a requirement under a law other than this title to send, communicate, or transmit a record by registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, or by regular mail is satisfied by an electronic record that:

(1) Is addressed properly or otherwise directed properly to an information processing system that the recipient has designated;

(2) (i) Enters an information processing system that is outside the control of the sender; or

(ii) Enters a region of an information processing system that is under the control of the recipient;

(3) Is postmarked by a postal authority with an electronic postmark; and

(4) Is authenticated by an electronic postmark certificate.

(c) An electronic record is subject to the same legal protections as the United States mail if:

(1) The electronic record meets the requirements of subsection (b) of this section; and

(2) The postal authority that postmarked the electronic record under subsection (b)(3) of this section is the United States Postal Service.

(d) This section does not authorize the use of an electronic postmark or electronic postmark certificate for the service of a summons, complaint, or other papers for the purpose of obtaining jurisdiction over a defendant in a lawsuit.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1011 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 10 / Section 21-1011
§21–1011.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) This section applies:

(i) To a vehicle registered or capable of being registered:

1. Other than under § 13–917 of this article, as a Class E (truck) vehicle under this article;

2. As a Class F (tractor) vehicle under this article;

3. As a Class G (trailer) vehicle under this article;

4. As a Class H (school bus) vehicle under this article; and

5. As a Class P (passenger bus) vehicle under this article; and

(ii) Only in:

1. The Town of Sharpsburg, Washington County; and

2. The Town of Keedysville, Washington County.

(2) This section does not apply to any vehicle that is of a type capable of being registered:

(i) As a Class A (passenger) vehicle under § 13–912 of this article; or

(ii) As a Class E (truck) vehicle under § 13–917 of this article.

(b) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a person may not park a vehicle on any street or highway.

(2) This subsection does not apply if the parking of the vehicle is essential to the immediate use then being made of the vehicle.

(c) (1) In the case of a combination tractor and trailer, a person who violates this section is subject to a separate fine for each vehicle.

(2) For the purpose of determining the penalty under this section, each day of a violation is a separate offense.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-259 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-259
§21–259.
Status: in_force

A person may not:

(1) Make a written report that falsely certifies the results of any inspection, examination, or test that is made to determine if there is a violation of any provision of this part;

(2) Use to that person’s own personal advantage any information that is acquired under authority of this subtitle and concerns any method or process that is entitled to protection as a trade secret; or

(3) Other than to the Secretary, to the Secretary’s authorized representative, or to a court in a judicial proceeding under this subtitle, reveal any information that:

(i) Is acquired under authority of this subtitle; and

(ii) Concerns any method or process that is entitled to protection as a trade secret.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-107 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-107
§21–107.
Status: in_force

(a) A school crossing guard who meets the qualifications in subsection (b) of this section may stop or otherwise direct vehicles and pedestrians on a highway or on school grounds to assist:

(1) Pedestrians in the safe crossing of highways at a school crossing;

(2) School vehicles in entering and leaving school grounds; and

(3) Except in Baltimore City, vehicles that are not school vehicles in entering and leaving school grounds.

(b) A school crossing guard is qualified to direct traffic as described in subsection (a) of this section if the school crossing guard:

(1) Is 18 years of age or older;

(2) Is under the control of a local law enforcement agency or a county school board;

(3) Has completed training to perform any traffic direction duties to which the guard is assigned as prescribed by the law enforcement agency or county school board that has control over the school crossing guard; and

(4) Is wearing an appropriate uniform as specified by the law enforcement agency or county school board that has control over the school crossing guard.

(c) A person may not willfully disobey a lawful direction of a school crossing guard exercising the authority granted in this section.

(d) Nothing in this section prohibits a school crossing guard who does not meet the qualifications specified in subsection (b) of this section from assisting a pedestrian to cross a highway, providing the school crossing guard does not attempt to do so by directing traffic.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-436 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-436
§21–436.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “labeled milk can” means any milk can, cream can, or case that:

(1) Belongs to an owner, dealer, or shipper of milk or cream who ships the milk or cream to any place in this State; and

(2) Has the name or initials of the owner, dealer, or shipper stamped, marked, or fastened on it.

(b) A person may not:

(1) Use, sell, dispose of, buy, or traffic in labeled milk cans, without the consent of the owner, dealer, or shipper;

(2) Willfully change the name or initials of the owner, dealer, or shipper stamped, marked, or fastened on the labeled milk can without the consent of the owner, dealer, or shipper; or

(3) Place in any labeled milk can any substance other than milk or cream, without the consent of the owner, dealer, or shipper.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1132 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 11 / Section 21-1132
§21–1132.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) “Exhibition driving within a special event zone” means:

(i) The operation of a motor vehicle within a special event zone in a manner that results in:

1. The excessive, abrupt acceleration or deceleration of the motor vehicle;

2. The skidding, squealing, burning, or smoking of the tires of the motor vehicle;

3. The swerving or swaying of the motor vehicle from side to side while skidding;

4. The engine of the motor vehicle producing an unreasonably loud, raucous, or disturbing noise;

5. The grinding of the gears of the motor vehicle or the backfiring of the engine of the motor vehicle; or

6. Any of the wheels of the motor vehicle losing contact with the ground; or

(ii) The transportation of a passenger within a special event zone on or in an area of a motor vehicle that is not designed or intended for passenger transport such as the hood or roof.

(3) “Special event” means any automotive or motor vehicle event occurring on or in close proximity to a highway that:

(i) Has been permitted or approved by a unit of local government; or

(ii) Is expected to have 1,000 or more individuals in attendance, regardless of whether the event has been permitted or approved by a unit of local government.

(4) (i) “Special event zone” means an area on or along a highway that is marked by appropriate warning signs or other traffic control devices designating the area as a special event zone, indicating that a special event is in progress, and stating that a person who violates this section is subject to arrest.

(ii) “Special event zone” includes a parking structure, a parking lot, a street, or any other property, private or public, immediately adjacent to the marked area on or along the marked area.

(b) (1) The State Highway Administration may, on its own initiative or at the request of a local authority:

(i) Designate an area on a State highway as a special event zone; and

(ii) Reduce established speed limits in the special event zone after a determination that the change is necessary to ensure public safety.

(2) A local authority may:

(i) Designate an area on a highway under its jurisdiction as a special event zone; and

(ii) Reduce established speed limits in the special event zone after a determination that the change is necessary to ensure public safety.

(3) A speed limit established under this subsection shall become effective when posted.

(c) A person may not engage in exhibition driving within a special event zone.

(d) A person may not commit any of the following violations within a special event zone:

(1) Driving a motor vehicle at a speed exceeding the posted speed limit;

(2) Negligent driving under § 21–901.1(b) of this title;

(3) Driving a motor vehicle in a race or speed contest under § 21–1116(a)(1) of this subtitle that does not result in serious bodily injury to another person, as defined in § 20–102(c) of this article;

(4) Participating in a race or speed contest under § 21–1116(a)(2) of this subtitle; or

(5) Skidding, spinning of wheels, or causing excessive noise under § 21–1117 of this subtitle.

(e) (1) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (c) of this section is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 60 days or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

(2) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (d) of this section is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-2A-07 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2A / Section 21-2A-07
§21–2A–07.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a technical advisory committee to the Program.

(b) The purpose of the technical advisory committee is to:

(1) Review requests for information from the Program under § 21–2A–06(b)(3), (4), (5), (8), or (9) of this subtitle; and

(2) Provide clinical guidance and interpretation to the Program regarding indications of possible misuse or abuse of a monitored prescription drug or a possible violation of law or a possible breach of professional standards by a prescriber or a dispenser under § 21–2A–06(c) and (d) of this subtitle.

(c) The technical advisory committee consists of members appointed by the Secretary, including:

(1) A board certified anesthesiologist licensed and practicing in the State, nominated by the Maryland Society of Anesthesiologists;

(2) A certified addiction medicine specialist licensed and practicing in the State, nominated by the Maryland Society for Addiction Medicine;

(3) A pharmacist licensed and practicing in the State;

(4) A medical professional, licensed and practicing in the State, who is treating cancer patients;

(5) A board certified physician specializing in the treatment of patients with pain, licensed and practicing in the State, nominated by the Maryland Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation;

(6) Two medical professionals, licensed and practicing in the State with expertise or experience in providing care for patients with substance–related or mental health disorders;

(7) A dentist licensed and practicing in the State; and

(8) A medical professional licensed and practicing in the State in the field of internal medicine or family practice.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1109 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 11 / Section 21-1109
§21–1109.
Status: in_force

(a) Unless he is on official business, the driver of a vehicle may not:

(1) Follow within 500 feet of any fire apparatus traveling in response to a fire alarm; or

(2) Drive or park within 300 feet of any fire apparatus stopped in response to a fire alarm.

(b) The driver of a vehicle may not pass an emergency vehicle within 100 feet of an entrance ramp of a fire or rescue station when the emergency vehicle is in the process of parking or backing.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-904 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 9 / Section 21-904
§21–904.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “guest” means an individual who is specifically invited by a member of a club or an organization where the member of the club or organization is in attendance.

(b) There is a Class C (club and organization) beer, wine, and liquor license.

(c) (1) Before issuing a license, the Board shall determine whether the business to be operated by the prospective license holder is likely to enhance the recreational, business, and economic development of the county.

(2) If the Board determines that the issuance of a license will not enhance recreational, business, and economic development in the county, the Board shall deny the application for the license.

(d) The Board may issue the license for use by:

(1) a nationally chartered nonprofit organization or club that:

(i) is composed only of members who served in the armed forces of the United States in a war in which the United States has been engaged;

(ii) has been incorporated for at least 5 years immediately before the application for the license is made;

(iii) operates only for the use of its members and guests when accompanied by members; and

(iv) meets in a clubhouse that is used principally for club purposes;

(2) a lodge or chapter of a nonprofit and nationally chartered fraternal organization that:

(i) is composed of inducted members;

(ii) has at least 100 members paying the dues that were required by its national organization in the year immediately before the year for which the license is issued; and

(iii) operates a home or clubhouse:

1. for the use of its members; and

2. that has facilities for preparing and serving food on the premises to members and guests;

(3) a boat or yacht club that:

(i) owns real estate in the county; and

(ii) has at least 150 dues–paying members, at least 50 of whom own a yacht, boat, or other vessel; and

(4) a country club that:

(i) has at least 75 members paying dues of at least $40 per year per member; and

(ii) maintains at the time of filing the application for the license:

1. a regular or championship golf course of at least nine holes; or

2. a swimming pool that is at least 20 by 40 feet and at least six tennis courts.

(e) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor at a club at the place described in the license to the members and guests of the clubs and organizations, for on–premises consumption.

(f) (1) This subsection applies only in:

(i) election districts 11 and 15; and

(ii) any other election district or precinct of an election district in which the voters in a referendum authorized by law approve Sunday sales.

(2) The license holder may sell beer, wine, and liquor on Sunday during the hours as set out under § 21–2004(d)(2) of this title.

(g) The annual license fees are:

(1) $1,500 for a 6–day license; and

(2) $1,750 for a 7–day license.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1413 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 14 / Section 21-1413
§21–1413.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not fail or refuse to pay the prescribed toll at any Authority highway for which the payment of a toll is fixed.

(b) A person may not attempt to evade the payment of the toll at any Authority highway for which the payment of a toll is fixed.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-205 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-205
§21–205.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not place, maintain, or display on or in view of any highway any unauthorized sign, signal, marking, or device that purports to be, is an imitation of, or resembles a traffic control device or a railroad sign or signal.

(b) A person may not place, maintain, or display on or in view of any highway any unauthorized sign, signal, marking, or device that attempts to direct the movement of traffic.

(c) A person may not place, maintain, or display on or in view of any highway any unauthorized sign, signal, marking, or device that hides or interferes with the effectiveness of a traffic control device or a railroad sign or signal.

(d) A person may not place, maintain, or display on or in view of any highway any unauthorized sign, signal, marking, or device that, except as otherwise permitted by law, contains:

(1) Any of the following words: “stop”, “curve”, “warning”, “slow”, “danger”, “listen”, “look”, or “school”; or

(2) Any other word used in directing the movement of traffic.

(e) A person may not place or maintain on any highway nor may any public authority permit on any highway any traffic sign or signal that has any commercial advertising on it.

(f) This section does not prohibit the placement on private property adjacent to a highway of a sign giving useful directional information, if the sign is of a type that cannot be mistaken for an official sign and is placed with the approval of the State Highway Administration.

(g) Each sign, signal, marking, or device prohibited by this section is a public nuisance, and the authority that has jurisdiction over the highway may remove it without notice.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-204 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-204
§21–204.
Status: in_force

(a) Each recorded subdivision that abuts a body of water in the State is a district.

(b) Each district established under this section shall be named for the subdivision from which the district is created.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-2703 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 27 / Section 21-2703
§21–2703.
Status: in_force

(a) A license holder or an employee of a license holder who is charged with a violation of § 6–307 of this article:

(1) shall receive a summons to appear in court on a certain day to answer the charges placed against the license holder or employee; and

(2) may not be required to post bail pending trial in any court in the State.

(b) The granting of probation before judgment to a license holder or an employee of the license holder for a violation of § 6–307 of this article does not bar the Board from proceeding administratively against the license holder for the violation.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-334 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-334
§21–334.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies to any container that is used to pack, store, distribute, or sell:

(1) A soft drink; or

(2) Bottled water.

(b) Before putting a soft drink or bottled water in a container, a manufacturer shall clean the container in a manner approved by the Department or shall use clean containers.
Md. Code, State Government § 21-304 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-304
§21–304.
Status: in_force

The Office shall:

(1) encourage volunteering throughout the State by individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations;

(2) promote the use of volunteers in State and local government;

(3) identify governmental agencies where private sector involvement in volunteer programs can be of assistance and provide technical assistance in developing such programs; and

(4) provide information services to volunteer programs and government units throughout the State.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-314 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-314
§21–314.
Status: in_force

(a) Each participating employer shall submit to the Board of Trustees a statement that shows the name, date of birth, occupational title, duties, compensation, length of service, and other information that the Board of Trustees requires regarding employees or former employees of the participating employer.

(b) Each year the Board of Trustees shall certify the member contribution rates to the chief fiscal officer of each participating employer.

(c) (1) In this subsection, “compensation” means a member’s earnable compensation as provided in § 20–101 of this article and includes the amount earned by the member for all pay periods ending during a calendar year even if an amount is paid to the member after December 31 of the calendar year.

(2) As each payroll is paid and in a manner that the Board of Trustees prescribes each participating employer shall:

(i) certify to the Board of Trustees, and the proper fiscal officer of the participating employer shall pay to the Board of Trustees, the member contributions deducted from the compensation of each member employed by the participating employer or made under an employer pickup program; and

(ii) submit to the State Retirement Agency supporting payroll data required by the State Retirement Agency in a format specified by the State Retirement Agency.

(d) (1) A participating employer that does not pay the member contributions certified under this section and submit the supporting payroll data to the Board of Trustees as each payroll is paid and in a manner prescribed by the Board of Trustees is liable for:

(i) a penalty of 10% of the member contributions due;

(ii) interest on delinquent member contributions at 10% a year until paid;

(iii) a $250 penalty for each payroll for which the supporting data is not submitted; and

(iv) interest on the penalty assessed under item (iii) of this paragraph at 10% per year if the penalty is not paid by the date certified by the State Retirement Agency.

(2) The Secretary of the Board of Trustees may allow a grace period for payment of the amounts due or submission of supporting payroll data as required under this section not to exceed 10 working days.

(3) On notification by the Secretary of the Board of Trustees that a delinquency exists, the State Comptroller immediately shall set off the delinquent amount against any money due or coming due to the delinquent participating employer.

(e) On receipt of the payments from the participating employer, the Board of Trustees shall credit the amounts to the individual account of the member, from whose compensation the member contribution is made, in the annuity savings fund of the appropriate system.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-407 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-407
§21–407.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies to a Class 8 farm brewery license in the county.

(b) A license holder may open on Sundays during the hours allowed under § 21–2002(e)(2) of this title to engage in the activities listed in § 2–210(c)(1) of this article only in an election district or a precinct in an election district where the voters, in a referendum authorized by law, have approved Sunday sales at a farm.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-709 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 7 / Section 21-709
§21–709.
Status: in_force

The Board of Trustees shall adopt regulations to implement this subtitle.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-117 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-117
§21–117.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a State Retirement Agency.

(b) The State Retirement Agency is an agency of the Board of Trustees.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1116 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 11 / Section 21-1116
§21–1116.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in § 21–1211 of this title, on any highway or on any private property that is used by the public in general, a person may not drive a vehicle in a race or speed contest, whether or not on a wager or for a prize or reward.

(2) Except as provided in § 21–1211 of this title, a person may not participate as a timekeeper or flagman in any race or speed contest specified in paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(b) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a person convicted of a violation of subsection (a)(1) of this section is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 60 days or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

(2) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (a)(1) of this section that results in serious bodily injury to another person, as defined in § 20–102(c) of this article, is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1113 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 11 / Section 21-1113
§21–1113.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not place any structure, building, or vehicle on a highway to sell or display any produce or merchandise if it constitutes a traffic hazard.

(b) In Prince George’s County, a person may not sell or display any produce or merchandise on State highways in a manner that constitutes a traffic hazard.

(c) On the order of any police officer, the person shall:

(1) Remove the structure, building, or vehicle described under subsection (a) of this section; or

(2) Cease any activity prohibited under this section.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 21-101 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-101
§21–101.
Status: in_force

(a) In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Agreement” means the bargain of the parties in fact, as found in their language or inferred from other circumstances and from rules, regulations, and procedures given the effect of agreements under laws otherwise applicable to a particular transaction.

(c) “Automated transaction” means a transaction conducted or performed, in whole or in part, by electronic means or electronic records, in which the acts or records of one or both parties are not reviewed by an individual in the ordinary course of forming a contract, performing under an existing contract, or fulfilling an obligation required by the transaction.

(d) “Computer program” means a set of statements or instructions to be used directly or indirectly in an information processing system in order to bring about a certain result.

(d–1) “Consumer” has the meaning stated in § 13–101 of this article.

(e) “Contract” means the total legal obligation resulting from the parties’ agreement as affected by this title and other applicable law.

(e–1) “Dealer” has the meaning stated in § 15–101 of the Transportation Article.

(f) “Electronic” means relating to technology having electrical, digital, magnetic, wireless, optical, electromagnetic, or similar capabilities.

(g) “Electronic agent” means a computer program or an electronic or other automated means used independently to initiate an action or respond to electronic records or performances in whole or in part, without review or action by an individual.

(h) “Electronic record” means a record created, generated, sent, communicated, received, or stored by electronic means.

(i) “Electronic signature” means an electronic sound, symbol, or process attached to or logically associated with a record and executed or adopted by a person with the intent to sign the record.

(j) “Governmental agency” means an executive, legislative, or judicial agency, department, board, commission, authority, institution, unit, or instrumentality of the federal government or of a state or of a county, municipality, or other political subdivision of a state.

(k) “Information” includes data, text, images, sounds, codes, computer programs, software, and databases.

(l) “Information processing system” means an electronic system for creating, generating, sending, receiving, storing, displaying, or processing information.

(m) “Person” means an individual, corporation, business trust, statutory trust, estate, trust, partnership, limited liability company, association, joint venture, governmental agency, public corporation, or any other legal or commercial entity.

(n) “Record” means information that is inscribed on a tangible medium or that is stored in an electronic or other medium and is retrievable in perceivable form.

(o) “Security procedure” means a procedure employed for the purpose of verifying that an electronic signature, record, or performance is that of a specific person or for detecting changes or errors in the information in an electronic record. The term includes a procedure that requires the use of algorithms or other codes, identifying words or numbers, encryption, or callback or other acknowledgment procedures.

(p) “State” means a state of the United States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, or any territory or insular possession subject to the jurisdiction of the United States. The term includes an Indian tribe or band, or Alaskan native village, which is recognized by federal law or formally acknowledged by a state.

(q) “Transaction” means an action or set of actions occurring between two or more persons relating to the conduct of business, commercial, or governmental affairs.

(r) “Vehicle” has the meaning stated in § 11–176 of the Transportation Article.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-339 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-339
§21–339.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “repack crab meat” means to take or remove crab meat from any container or package, when the crab meat has been picked from a crab at another location, and place that crab meat in another container or package.

(b) Each container of crab meat shall be marked plainly with the information required by this section.

(c) (1) Each container of crab meat shall be marked by:

(i) Embossing;

(ii) Imprinting;

(iii) Lithography; or

(iv) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, any other method that the Department approves.

(2) Unless approved by the Secretary, a container of crab meat may not be stamped with ink.

(d) (1) Each container of crab meat shall be marked with:

(i) A description of the product in the container;

(ii) Subject to the requirements of paragraph (2) of this subsection, the name and address of the picking plant or the distributor;

(iii) If a chemical is added to the crab meat, a statement to that effect;

(iv) The license number of the crab meat plant preceded by the State abbreviation applicable to the picking plant;

(v) The net weight of the contents of the container; and

(vi) Any other information that the Department requires.

(2) If a container of crab meat is marked with the name of the distributor, the name of the distributor shall be:

(i) Preceded by the words “packed for” or “distributed by”; or

(ii) Followed by the word “distributor”.

(e) A person may not put any false or misleading statement on a container of crab meat.

(f) (1) A person may not repack crab meat or change crab meat containers or container lids with the intent to sell the crab meat except as provided by the Department.

(2) (i) A person may not possess more than 12 empty crab meat containers or container lids unless the person:

1. Is a manufacturer of containers or lids;

2. Is a licensed crab meat packer and the containers or lids are the same as used by the packer in the ordinary course of business;

3. Has removed the crab meat from the containers and lids for consumption on the premises; or

4. Is in possession of the containers or lids as provided for by the Department.

(ii) Possession of empty containers or crab meat container lids in violation of this section shall be presumptive evidence of intent to repack crab meat in violation of this Part VI of this subtitle.

(iii) Possession of crab meat containers or crab meat container lids from which the crab meat has been consumed or cooked for consumption and which have been properly disposed of may not constitute presumptive evidence of intent to repack or change crab meat containers for sale.

(g) (1) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, each container of crab meat sold in the State containing crab meat picked from a crab, packed, repacked, or processed outside of the United States shall be marked with the words “This product contains crab meat from (name of country of origin)”.

(2) The marking required by paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be prominently displayed in letters not smaller than 12-point type on the principal display panel of the container so as to be easily read by the consumer.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-206 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-206
§21–206.
Status: in_force

(a) A person without lawful authority may not willfully alter, or interfere with the operation of, any traffic control device or any railroad sign or signal, including any inscription, shield, or insignia on it.

(b) A person without lawful authority may not willfully deface any traffic control device or any railroad sign or signal, including any inscription, shield, or insignia on it.

(c) A person without lawful authority may not willfully injure any traffic control device or any railroad sign or signal, including any inscription, shield, or insignia on it.

(d) A person without lawful authority may not willfully knock down any traffic control device or any railroad sign or signal, including any inscription, shield, or insignia on it.

(e) A person without lawful authority may not willfully change the direction of any traffic control device or any railroad sign or signal, including any inscription, shield, or insignia on it.

(f) A person without lawful authority may not willfully twist any traffic control device or any railroad sign or signal, including any inscription, shield, or insignia on it.

(g) A person without lawful authority may not willfully remove any part of any traffic control device or any railroad sign or signal, including any inscription, shield, or insignia on it.

(h) A person without lawful authority may not possess, with an intent to use, any device capable of transmitting an infrared, electronic, or other signal to a traffic control device or a railroad sign or signal for the purpose of altering or otherwise interfering with the operation of the traffic control device or a railroad sign or signal.�

(i) A person convicted of a violation of this section is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 months or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-251 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-251
§21–251.
Status: in_force

(a) If, while conducting an inspection under § 21-249 of this subtitle or while performing any other function under this subtitle, the Secretary obtains a sample of a food or drug, the Secretary may have an analysis or other examination made in a laboratory of the Department to determine:

(1) As to a food sample, whether the food:

(i) Is misbranded;

(ii) Contains any filthy, putrid, or decomposed substance; or

(iii) Is otherwise adulterated or unfit for food; or

(2) As to a drug sample, whether the drug:

(i) Is adulterated; or

(ii) Is misbranded.

(b) The results of an analysis or other examination conducted under this section shall be set forth in a written report and a copy of the report shall be given promptly to the owner, operator, or agent in charge of the establishment from which the sample was obtained.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 21-402 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-402
§21–402.
Status: in_force

A person who violates any provision of § 21–301 of this title or § 21–401 of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or both.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-633 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-633
§21–633.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, the county where the project is located shall maintain every stormwater management system and part of every system that:

(1) was constructed by the Commission or the county or accepted for maintenance by the Commission or the county; and

(2) is located in a street, an alley, a public way, or a public space.

(b) Unless the county agrees otherwise:

(1) a stormwater management system that is located on real property owned by the Maryland–National Capital Park and Planning Commission shall be maintained by the Maryland–National Capital Park and Planning Commission; and

(2) a stormwater management system or facility that is located in a road maintained by the State Highway Administration shall be maintained by the State.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1110 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 11 / Section 21-1110
§21–1110.
Status: in_force

Unless he has the consent of the fire department official in command, the driver of a vehicle may not drive over any unprotected hose of a fire department that is laid down on any highway or private driveway.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-224 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-224
§21–224.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A new drug is not subject to the requirements of § 21-223 of this subtitle if it is exempted by a rule or regulation adopted under this section.

(2) This section does not require any clinical investigator to submit directly to the Secretary any report on the investigational use of a drug.

(b) The Secretary shall adopt rules and regulations to exempt from the requirements of § 21-223 of this subtitle any drug that is intended only for investigational use by experts who are qualified by scientific training and experience to investigate the safety and effectiveness of the drug. In addition to any other conditions that may be imposed for the protection of the public health, the rules and regulations may require as a condition for the exemption of a drug that:

(1) Before any clinical testing of a new drug is undertaken, the manufacturer of the drug or the sponsor of the investigation of the drug submit to the Secretary reports of preclinical tests of the drug, including tests on animals, that are adequate to justify the proposed clinical testing;

(2) The manufacturer of a new drug that is proposed to be distributed to investigators for clinical testing or the sponsor of the investigation obtain a signed agreement from each investigator who is involved that:

(i) The patients to whom the drug is administered will be under that investigator’s personal supervision or under the supervision of an investigator who is responsible to that investigator; and

(ii) The investigator will not supply the drug to any other investigator, or to any clinic, for administration to a human being; and

(3) The manufacturer of a new drug or the sponsor of the investigation of the drug keep records of, and make reports to the Secretary of, the information obtained from the investigational use of the drug, including analytical reports by investigators, as the Secretary finds will assist in the evaluation of the safety and effectiveness of the drug if an application for the drug is filed under § 21-223 of this subtitle.

(c) (1) When adopting a rule or regulation that requires the submission of information under this subsection, the Secretary shall consider the professional ethics of the medical profession and the interests of patients.

(2) Any rule, regulation, or order under this section shall provide that if any person to whom the rule, regulation, or order applies requests it, and if the Secretary considers it to be appropriate, the person may examine any similar information that is obtained by the Secretary concerning the drug.

(d) (1) Any rule or regulation adopted under § 355(i) of the federal act automatically shall be a rule or regulation of this State, as provided in § 21-241 of this subtitle.

(2) However, the Secretary may adopt a rule or regulation under this section even if it is not in accord with the rules and regulations adopted under the federal act.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-602 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-602
§21–602.
Status: in_force

(a) The driver of a vehicle on any curve may not turn to go in the opposite direction if the vehicle cannot be seen by the driver of any other vehicle that is within 500 feet and approaching from either direction.

(b) The driver of a vehicle on or approaching the crest of any grade may not turn to go in the opposite direction if the vehicle cannot be seen by the driver of any other vehicle that is within 500 feet and approaching from either direction.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-221 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-221
§21–221.
Status: in_force

(a) A drug that is dispensed under a prescription shall bear a label that states:

(1) The name and address of the dispenser;

(2) The serial number of the prescription;

(3) The date of the prescription or the date that the prescription was filled;

(4) The name of the prescriber; and

(5) If stated in the prescription:

(i) The name of the patient;

(ii) Any directions for use; and

(iii) Any cautionary statements.

(b) If a drug dispensed under a prescription meets the label requirements of this section, it is exempt from the provisions of:

(1) Section 21-217(b)(3) through (7) of this subtitle; and

(2) Section 21-218(b)(1) through (4), (7), (8), (13), and (14) of this subtitle.

(c) The exemptions under this section do not apply to any drug that is dispensed in the course of the conduct of a business of dispensing drugs on the basis of diagnosis made through the mail.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-101 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-101
§21–101.
Status: in_force

In this subtitle, “authority” means a commercial district management authority.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-410 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-410
§21–410.
Status: in_force

(a) The purpose of the authority granted under this part is to:

(1) finance, refinance, or reimburse the cost of establishing, acquiring, designing, constructing, altering, or extending adequate infrastructure improvements as necessary for the development and use of land in any defined geographic region in the municipality, including storm drainage systems, sewers, water systems, roads, bridges, culverts, tunnels, sidewalks, lighting, parking, parks and recreation facilities, libraries, and schools; and

(2) provide a source of funding for payment of costs of:

(i) infrastructure improvements located in or supporting a transit–oriented development or a State hospital redevelopment; and

(ii) operation and maintenance of infrastructure improvements located in or supporting a transit–oriented development or a State hospital redevelopment.

(b) An infrastructure improvement financed under subsection (a)(1) of this section may be located:

(1) in the special taxing district;

(2) in the municipality, outside the special taxing district if the infrastructure improvement is reasonably related to other infrastructure improvements in the special taxing district; or

(3) outside the municipality if:

(i) the infrastructure improvement is reasonably related to other infrastructure improvements in the special taxing district; and

(ii) notice is given to the governmental unit having jurisdiction over the infrastructure improvement.

(c) For the purposes of this part and any authority granted by this part, a sustainable community, as defined in § 6–201 of the Housing and Community Development Article, shall be considered the same as a transit–oriented development.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-257 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-257
§21–257.
Status: in_force

(a) Except to the extent that the person is engaged in the packing or labeling of the commodity or specifies, by any means, the manner in which the commodity is packed or labeled, this section does not apply to any person who is engaged in business as a wholesale or retail distributor of a consumer commodity.

(b) A person may not distribute a consumer commodity in commerce if:

(1) The commodity is contained in a package that does not conform to a requirement that is imposed under this subtitle; or

(2) A label that does not conform to a requirement imposed under this subtitle is attached to the commodity.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1210 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 12 / Section 21-1210
§21–1210.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not operate a bicycle, an EPAMD, or a motor scooter on any highway, or on any roadway, while the person is wearing any headset covering both ears.

(b) A person may not operate a bicycle, an EPAMD, or a motor scooter on any highway, or on any roadway, while the person is wearing any earplugs in both ears.

(c) The provisions of this section do not apply to:

(1) Any person wearing personal hearing protectors in the form of custom earplugs or molds that are designed to attenuate injurious noise levels, if the custom plugs or molds are designed in such a manner as to not inhibit the wearer’s ability to hear a siren or horn from an emergency vehicle or a horn from another vehicle;

(2) Any person wearing a prosthetic device used to aid the hard of hearing; or

(3) Any person operating a bicycle on a public bicycle pathway expressly authorized for the use of persons operating bicycles.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-434 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-434
§21–434.
Status: in_force

Except for sale of raw milk by a holder of a milk producer permit to a holder of a milk processor permit or the sale of a farmstead cheese, a person may not sell raw milk for human consumption.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-422 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-422
§21–422.
Status: in_force

The principal amount of bonds, interest payable on bonds, the transfer of bonds, and any income from bonds, including profit made in the sale or transfer of bonds, are exempt from State and local taxes.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-328 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-328
§21–328.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not knowingly employ any individual to work in any area or capacity in a food establishment in which there is a likelihood of transmission of disease to patrons or other employees of the food establishment if the individual employed:

(1) Has a communicable disease that may be transmitted by food; or

(2) Is a carrier of a communicable disease that may be transmitted by food.

(b) An individual may not knowingly work in any area or capacity in a food establishment in which there is a likelihood of transmission of disease to patrons or other employees of the food establishment if the individual:

(1) Has a communicable disease that may be transmitted by food; or

(2) Is a carrier of a communicable disease that may be transmitted by food.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-106 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-106
§21–106.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to the conditions stated in this section:

(1) The driver of an emergency vehicle registered in any state may exercise the privileges set forth in this section while:

(i) Responding to an emergency call;

(ii) Pursuing a violator or suspected violator of the law;

(iii) Responding to, but not while returning from, a fire alarm;

(iv) Transporting on an emergency basis a human organ for transplantation; or

(v) Transporting medical personnel on an emergency basis for the purpose of performing human organ recovery or transplantation;

(2) The driver of an emergency vehicle registered in the State or a local jurisdiction in the State may exercise the privileges set forth in this section while performing motorcade or escort duty if the motorcade or escort duty involves:

(i) Homeland security;

(ii) A funeral;

(iii) A dignitary; or

(iv) Facilitating the safe movement of vehicles or pedestrians that are or will be near the motorcade or escort; and

(3) (i) The Administration may designate an organ delivery vehicle as an emergency vehicle only if it is registered to a federally designated organ procurement organization or a professional organ transportation organization.

(ii) A person may not exercise the privileges authorized under this section while operating an organ delivery vehicle unless the person is certified to operate emergency vehicles through completion of an emergency vehicle operator course approved by the Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute.

(b) Under the circumstances stated in subsection (a) of this section, the driver of an emergency vehicle may:

(1) Park or stand without regard to the other provisions of this title;

(2) Pass a red or stop signal, a stop sign, or a yield sign, but only after slowing down as necessary for safety;

(3) Exceed any maximum speed limit, but only so long as the driver does not endanger life or property;

(4) Disregard any traffic control device or regulation governing direction of movement or turning in a specified direction; and

(5) Travel through any local jurisdiction in the State as necessary to perform and return from motorcade or escort duty.

(c) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the privileges set forth in this section apply only while the emergency vehicle is using audible and visual signals that meet the requirements of § 22–218 of this article, except that an emergency vehicle operated as a police vehicle need not be equipped with or display the visual signals.

(2) The privileges set forth in subsection (b)(1) of this section apply only while the emergency vehicle is using visual signals that meet the requirements of § 22–218 of this article.

(3) (i) The driver of an emergency vehicle may not use flashing lights or a bell, siren, or exhaust whistle while returning from an emergency call, fire alarm, or motorcade or escort, except that fire apparatus carrying standing firefighters may use flashing lights that are visible only to the rear.

(ii) The driver of an emergency vehicle, while parking or backing the emergency vehicle, may use flashing lights within 100 feet of the entrance ramp to a:

1. Fire station; or

2. Rescue station.

(4) Before exercising the privileges set forth in subsection (b)(5) of this section, the jurisdiction that employs the driver of a motorcade or escort shall provide notice of the motorcade or escort to any jurisdiction that the driver will enter while performing or returning from the motorcade or escort duty.

(d) This section does not relieve the driver of an emergency vehicle from the duty to drive with due regard for the safety of all persons.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-420 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-420
§21–420.
Status: in_force

(a) Bonds are payable from the special fund required under § 21–412 of this subtitle.

(b) The governing body of a municipality that issues bonds under this part may:

(1) establish a sinking fund;

(2) establish a debt service reserve fund;

(3) pledge other assets and revenues toward the payment of the principal of and interest on the bonds; or

(4) provide for municipal bond insurance or any other financial guaranty of the bonds.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-2F-02 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2F / Section 21-2F-02
§21–2F–02.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A retailer that prepares, distributes, sells, or exposes for sale a phenibut product shall disclose on the product label the factual basis on which any representations regarding the phenibut product are made.

(2) A retailer may not prepare, distribute, sell, or expose for sale a phenibut product that:

(i) Does not comply with the disclosure requirement established under paragraph (1) of this subsection; or

(ii) Has not been recognized as a dietary ingredient or approved drug by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

(b) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, a retailer may not prepare, distribute, sell, or expose for sale any of the following:

(i) A phenibut product that is adulterated with a dangerous substance other than phenibut;

(ii) A phenibut product that is contaminated with a dangerous substance other than phenibut; or

(iii) A product containing phenibut that does not include on its package or label the amount of beta–phenyl–gamma–aminobutyric acid HCl contained in the product.

(2) (i) For the purpose of paragraph (1)(i) of this subsection, a phenibut product is adulterated with a dangerous substance other than phenibut if:

1. The phenibut product is mixed or packed with a substance other than phenibut; and

2. That substance affects the quality or strength of the phenibut product to a degree as to render the phenibut product injurious to a consumer.

(ii) For the purpose of paragraph (1)(ii) of this subsection, a phenibut product is contaminated with a dangerous substance other than phenibut if the phenibut product contains a poisonous or otherwise deleterious ingredient other than phenibut, including a drug that is designated as a controlled dangerous substance under Title 5 of the Criminal Law Article.

(c) A retailer may not distribute, sell, or expose for sale a phenibut product to an individual under the age of 21 years.

(d) In a prosecution for a violation of this section, it is a defense that the defendant relied in good faith on the representations of a manufacturer, processor, packer, or distributor of a phenibut product.

(e) A retailer that violates subsection (a)(1) of this section is subject to a civil penalty not exceeding:

(1) $1,000 for a first violation; and

(2) $2,000 for each subsequent violation.

(f) A retailer that violates subsection (a)(2), (b), or (c) of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000, imprisonment for not more than 90 days, or both.

(g) In addition to any other penalties specified in this section, a retailer who violates this section is liable for any civil damages sustained by the individual resulting from the violation.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 21-207 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-207
§21–207.
Status: in_force

A person shall have the immunity from liability described under § 5–702 of the Courts and Judicial Proceedings Article for giving information to the Board or otherwise participating in its activities.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-121 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-121
§21–121.
Status: in_force

(a) The State Retirement Agency may at any time examine the records of a participating employer to determine whether the payment of benefits to a participant and the payment of contributions by a participating employer or participant are and will be in accordance with the provisions of Division II of this article.

(b) Whenever an audit reveals that the payment of benefits to a participant or the payment of contributions by a participating employer or participant is not in accordance with the provisions of Division II of this article:

(1) the State Retirement Agency and participating employer shall correct their records; and

(2) (i) the participating employer shall pay any amounts owed to the accumulation fund of the appropriate State system; and

(ii) the member contributions owed by the participant shall be made by the participant in accordance with § 21–312(e) of this title.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-415 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-415
§21–415.
Status: in_force

(a) The Secretary shall issue the appropriate permit to any applicant who meets the requirements of this subtitle and the rules and regulations adopted under this subtitle for that permit.

(b) A separate permit shall be issued for each place of operation that meets the requirements of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1130 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 11 / Section 21-1130
§21–1130.
Status: in_force

An individual under the age of 16 years may not operate an all–terrain vehicle or a snowmobile on public property unless the individual is accompanied by an adult who holds a valid driver’s license.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-2F-01 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2F / Section 21-2F-01
§21–2F–01.
Status: in_force

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Phenibut product” means a product marketed for human consumption containing any beta–phenyl–gamma–aminobutyric acid HCl.

(c) (1) “Retailer” means a person that:

(i) Sells, prepares, or maintains phenibut products; or

(ii) Advertises, represents, or holds itself out as selling, preparing, or maintaining phenibut products.

(2) “Retailer” includes a manufacturer, wholesaler, store, restaurant, hotel, catering facility, camp, bakery, delicatessen, supermarket, grocery store, convenience store, gas station, or food or drink company.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-259.2 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-259.2
§21–259.
Status: in_force

§21–259.2.

(a) In this section:

(1) “Ingredient” means any single chemical entity or mixture used as a component in the manufacture of a cosmetic product; and

(2) “Ingredient” does not include an incidental ingredient, as described in 21 C.F.R. § 701.3(l).

(b) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, a person may not knowingly manufacture, sell, deliver, hold, or offer for sale in the State a cosmetic product that contains any of the following intentionally added ingredients:

(1) Dibutyl phthalate (CAS no. 84–74–2);

(2) Diethylhexyl phthalate (CAS no. 117–81–7);

(3) Formaldehyde (CAS no. 50–00–0);

(4) Paraformaldehyde (CAS no. 30525–89–4);

(5) Methylene glycol (CAS no. 463–57–0);

(6) Quaternium–15 (CAS no. 51229–78–8);

(7) Mercury (CAS no. 7439–97–6);

(8) Isobutylparaben (CAS no. 4247–02–3);

(9) Isopropylparaben (CAS no. 4191–73–5);

(10) m–Phenylenediamine and its salts (CAS no. 108–45–2);

(11) o–Phenylenediamine and its salts (CAS no. 95–54–5); or

(12) The following per– and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and their salts:

(i) Perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) or heptadecafluorooctane–1–sulfonic acid (CAS no. 1763–23–1);

(ii) Potassium perfluorooctanesulfonate or potassium heptadecafluorooctane–1–sulfonate (CAS no. 2795–39–3);

(iii) Diethanolamine perfluorooctane sulfonate (CAS no. 70225–14–8);

(iv) Ammonium perfluorooctane sulfonate or ammonium heptadecafluorooctanesulfonate (CAS no. 29081–56–9);

(v) Lithium perfluorooctane sulfonate or lithium heptadecafluorooctanesulfonate (CAS no. 29457–72–5);

(vi) Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) (CAS no. 335–67–1);

(vii) Ammonium pentadecafluorooctanoate (CAS no. 3825–26–1);

(viii) Nonadecafluorodecanoic acid (CAS no. 335–76–2);

(ix) Ammonium nonadecafluorodecanoate (CAS no. 3108–42–7);

(x) Sodium nonadecafluorodecanoate (CAS no. 3830–45–3);

(xi) Perfluorononanoic acid (PFNA) (CAS no. 375–95–1);

(xii) Sodium heptadecafluorononanoate (CAS no. 21049–39–8); or

(xiii) Ammonium perfluorononanoate (CAS no. 4149–60–4).

(c) A person is not in violation of this section if the person manufactures, sells, delivers, holds, or offers for sale in the State a cosmetic product that:

(1) Was manufactured through a process intended to comply with this section; and

(2) Contains a technically unavoidable trace quantity of an ingredient listed in subsection (b) of this section due to:

(i) An impurity of a natural or synthetic ingredient;

(ii) The manufacturing process;

(iii) Storage; or

(iv) Packaging.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-1001.3 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 10 / Section 21-1001.3
§21–1001.
Status: in_force

§21–1001.3.

(a) There is a gift basket permit.

(b) (1) The Board may issue the permit to a person:

(i) whose primary business is the sale and delivery of:

1. flowers; or

2. gift baskets of flowers, food, or other items; and

(ii) who does not hold any other alcoholic beverages license or permit under this article.

(2) The Board may not issue the permit for use in conjunction with or on the premises of a chain store, supermarket, or discount house.

(c) A holder of the permit:

(1) may sell and deliver, to consumers of a legal drinking age located in the county, gift baskets containing:

(i) not more than 72 ounces of beer;

(ii) not more than 2.25 liters of wine; or

(iii) not more than 2.25 liters of liquor; and

(2) shall maintain records and submit reports as required by the Board.

(d) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the permit holder or an employee of the permit holder shall:

(i) deliver the gift basket containing alcoholic beverages; and

(ii) require the person receiving a delivery of a gift basket containing alcoholic beverages to display proof that the person is at least 21 years old.

(2) An individual who delivers a gift basket containing alcoholic beverages shall be at least 21 years old.

(e) The holder’s annual sales from alcoholic beverages may not exceed 10% of the holder’s annual gross sales.

(f) The alcoholic beverages contained in a gift basket shall be purchased from a wholesaler or a retail license holder.

(g) The Board shall adopt regulations to carry out this section.

(h) (1) The fee for a gift basket permit is $100.

(2) The Board shall charge a one–time issuing fee for a new permit in an amount equal to the annual permit fee.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-417 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-417
§21–417.
Status: in_force

(a) Notwithstanding any other law, a municipality may issue bonds as provided under this part for the purposes stated in § 21–410(a)(1) of this subtitle.

(b) To issue bonds under this part, the governing body of a municipality shall adopt an ordinance or resolution that:

(1) describes the proposed undertaking;

(2) states:

(i) that the governing body has complied with §§ 21–412 and 21–414 of this subtitle;

(ii) the maximum principal amount of bonds to be issued; and

(iii) the maximum rate of interest for the bonds; and

(3) establishes a covenant to impose ad valorem or special taxes on all real and personal property in the special taxing district at a rate or in an amount sufficient to provide for the payment of the principal of and interest on the bonds in each year that the bonds are outstanding.

(c) (1) For bonds to be issued to finance the proposed undertaking, the ordinance or resolution may specify:

(i) the principal amount;

(ii) the rate of interest;

(iii) the manner and terms of sale;

(iv) the time of execution, issuance, and delivery;

(v) the form, purpose, and denominations;

(vi) the manner in which and the times and places at which the principal of and interest on the bonds shall be paid;

(vii) conditions for payment of principal of and interest on the bonds before maturity; or

(viii) other provisions consistent with this part that the governing body of the municipality determines are necessary or desirable.

(2) The ordinance or resolution may specify the items listed in paragraph (1) of this subsection or may authorize:

(i) the municipality’s finance board or other appropriate financial officer to specify those items by resolution; or

(ii) the municipality’s chief executive officer to specify those items by executive order.

(d) The following may not be subject to a referendum because of any State or local law:

(1) an ordinance or a resolution authorizing the bonds;

(2) an ordinance, a resolution, or an executive order passed or adopted in furtherance of the ordinance or resolution authorizing the bonds;

(3) the bonds;

(4) the designation of a special taxing district; or

(5) the imposition of ad valorem or special taxes.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1204 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 12 / Section 21-1204
§21–1204.
Status: in_force

(a) This section does not apply to any log skid, drag, or farm sled while used in agricultural or forestry practices.

(b) A person riding on any bicycle or motor scooter may not attach it or himself to any vehicle on a roadway.

(c) A person riding on any play vehicle may not attach it or himself to any vehicle on a roadway.

(d) A person riding on any coaster may not attach it or himself to any vehicle on a roadway.

(e) A person riding on any skateboard may not attach it or himself to any vehicle on a roadway.

(f) A person riding on any roller skates may not attach them or himself to any vehicle on a roadway.

(g) A person riding on any sled may not attach it or himself to any vehicle on a roadway.

(h) A person riding on any toy vehicle may not attach it or himself to any vehicle on a roadway.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-601 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-601
§21–601.
Status: in_force

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Bond” means a bond, note, or other evidence of obligation.

(c) “Commission” means the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission.

(d) “Sanitary district” has the meaning stated in § 16–101 of the Public Utilities Article.

(e) (1) “Stormwater management” means the planning, designing, acquisition, construction, demolition, maintenance, and operation of facilities, practices, and programs for the control and disposition of storm and surface water.

(2) “Stormwater management” includes floodproofing, flood control, and navigation programs.

(3) In Prince George’s County, “stormwater management” also means the protection, conservation, regulation, creation, and acquisition of property described in §§ 5–901(g) and 16–101(l) of the Environment Article, consistent with federal and State laws and regulations on the subject of nontidal and private wetlands.

(f) “Stormwater management district” means a stormwater management district authorized under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-402 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-402
§21–402.
Status: in_force

(a) If the driver of a vehicle intends to turn to the left in an intersection or into an alley or a private road or driveway, the driver shall yield the right-of-way to any other vehicle that is approaching from the opposite direction and is in the intersection or so near to it as to be an immediate danger.

(b) If the driver of a vehicle intends to turn to go in the opposite direction, the driver shall yield the right-of-way to any approaching vehicle that is so near as to be an immediate danger.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-204.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-204.1
§21–204.
Status: in_force

§21–204.1.

Where lane direction control signals are placed over the individual lanes of a highway, vehicular traffic may travel in any lane over which a green signal is shown, but may not enter or travel in any lane over which a red signal is shown.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-118 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-118
§21–118.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Board of Trustees shall appoint the Executive Director of the State Retirement Agency.

(2) The Executive Director serves at the pleasure of the Board of Trustees.

(b) The Executive Director shall:

(1) be in charge of the State Retirement Agency;

(2) compile annually a comprehensive budget for submission to the Board of Trustees; and

(3) have the duties and functions that the Board of Trustees may delegate.

(c) (1) (i) The Executive Director shall employ a staff to carry out the administrative duties of the several systems.

(ii) Except as provided in § 21–315 of this title, the compensation of the Executive Director and staff shall be as provided in the State budget.

(2) Except for employees described in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the employees are skilled service or professional service employees subject to the provisions of this article that govern skilled service or professional service employees.

(3) An employee is in the executive service, management service, or is a special appointment in the State Personnel Management System if:

(i) the employee holds a position that the Executive Director, with the approval of the Board of Trustees, designates as a professional or technical position that involves specialized skill, education, and knowledge; and

(ii) the employee’s labor is predominantly intellectual rather than manual or physical.

(d) The Executive Director and the Chief Investment Officer and staff of the Investment Division of the State Retirement Agency shall comply with the policies that the Board of Trustees prescribes about conflicts of interest and personal investments.

(e) (1) A document that must be executed by or for the Board of Trustees shall be signed:

(i) by the Executive Director of the State Retirement Agency; or

(ii) in the absence or disability of the Executive Director, by another employee whom the Executive Director, with the approval of the Chairman of the Board of Trustees, designates in writing.

(2) If a countersignature is required, with the approval of the Chairman of the Board of Trustees, the Executive Director shall designate those employees of the State Retirement Agency who may sign.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-2A-02 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2A / Section 21-2A-02
§21–2A–02.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Prescription Drug Monitoring Program in the Department.

(b) The mission of the Program is to:

(1) Assist prescribers, pharmacists, and public health professionals in:

(i) The identification and prevention of prescription drug abuse; and

(ii) The identification and investigation of unlawful prescription drug diversion; and

(2) Promote a balanced use of prescription monitoring data to assist appropriate law enforcement activities while preserving the professional practice of health care providers and the access of patients to optimal pharmaceutical care.

(c) To carry out its mission, the Program shall monitor the prescribing and dispensing of all Schedule II, Schedule III, Schedule IV, and Schedule V controlled dangerous substances and the dispensing of naloxone medication by all prescribers and dispensers in the State.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-513 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 5 / Section 21-513
§21–513.
Status: in_force

Bonds issued under this subtitle are securities:

(1) that may be deposited with and received by a unit of the State or a political subdivision for any purpose for which the deposit of bonds or obligations of the State is authorized by law; and

(2) in which any of the following persons or entities may invest money:

(i) an officer or a unit of the State or a political subdivision of the State;

(ii) a bank, a trust company, a savings and loan association, or an investment company;

(iii) an insurance company; and

(iv) a personal representative, a trustee, or any other fiduciary.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-2802 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 28 / Section 21-2802
§21–2802.
Status: in_force

The Board may impose a fine not exceeding $5,000 or suspend a license for a violation of the alcoholic beverages laws affecting the county.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-1002 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 10 / Section 21-1002
§21–1002.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Class B–resort beer license.

(b) The Board may issue the license to a license holder for a complex that has at least two facilities that are:

(1) located on the same contiguous property;

(2) separated by at least 150 feet from the main area of the licensed premises; and

(3) determined by the Board to be hotel, motel, recreational, or restaurant facilities.

(c) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer for on– or off–premises consumption at a hotel, motel, recreational, or restaurant facility at retail at the place described in the license.

(d) The license holder may sell beer during the hours and days as set out for a Class B beer license under § 21–2002 of this title.

(e) The annual license fees are:

(1) $300 for a 6–day license for two facilities;

(2) $150 for each additional facility for a 6–day license;

(3) $350 for a 7–day license for two facilities; and

(4) $175 for each additional facility for a 7–day license.

(f) The Board shall charge a one–time issuing fee for a new license in an amount equal to the annual license fee.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-602 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-602
§21–602.
Status: in_force

This subtitle applies only in Montgomery County and Prince George’s County.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1003.2 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 10 / Section 21-1003.2
§21–1003.
Status: in_force

§21–1003.2.

(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) “Plug–in electric drive vehicle” means a motor vehicle:

(i) That is made by a manufacturer;

(ii) That is propelled to a significant extent by an electric motor that draws electricity from a battery that can be recharged from an external source of electricity;

(iii) For which the external source of electricity is unable to be connected to the motor vehicle while the motor vehicle is in motion; and

(iv) That is properly registered.

(3) “Plug–in electric drive vehicle charging space” means a parking space that provides access to charging equipment that transfers electrical energy to a plug–in electric drive vehicle.

(b) Unless the vehicle is a plug–in electric drive vehicle that is plugged into charging equipment, a person may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle in a designated plug–in electric drive vehicle charging space.

(c) A publicly accessible plug–in electric drive vehicle charging space shall be designated by a sign that:

(1) Indicates that the charging space is only for electric vehicle charging;

(2) Includes any day or time restrictions;

(3) States the maximum fine that may be incurred for a violation; and

(4) Is consistent with the design and placement specifications established in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways adopted by the State Highway Administration under § 25–104 of this article.

(d) A plug–in electric drive vehicle charging space shall be counted as part of the overall number of parking spaces in a parking lot for the purpose of complying with any zoning or parking laws intended to meet requirements for commercial and industrial uses under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

(e) A person who violates this section is subject to a civil penalty of $100.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-2D-01 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2D / Section 21-2D-01
§21–2D–01.
Status: in_force

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) (1) “Retailer” means a person that:

(i) Sells, prepares, or maintains tianeptine products; or

(ii) Advertises, represents, or holds itself out as selling, preparing, or maintaining tianeptine products.

(2) “Retailer” includes a manufacturer, wholesaler, store, restaurant, hotel, catering facility, camp, bakery, delicatessen, supermarket, grocery store, convenience store, gas station, or food or drink company.

(c) “Tianeptine product” means a product that is marketed for human consumption containing any amount of tianeptine sodium or tianeptine sulfate.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 21-401 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-401
§21–401.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this title, an individual may not provide, attempt to provide, or offer to provide individual tax preparation services in the State unless registered by the Board.

(b) Except as otherwise provided in this title, a person may not employ an individual to provide, attempt to provide, or offer to provide individual tax preparation services in the State unless the individual is registered by the Board.

(c) The Board shall notify the Field Enforcement Bureau of the Comptroller’s Office of a violation of this section within 5 business days after the Board determines that the violation has occurred.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-601 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-601
§21–601.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Class A beer license.

(b) (1) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer at retail to consumers at the place described in the license.

(2) The license holder shall sell the beer in a sealed package or container.

(3) The package or container may not be opened and its contents may not be consumed on the premises where the beer was sold.

(c) (1) The annual license fees are:

(i) $150 for a 6–day license; and

(ii) $175 for a 7–day license.

(2) The Board shall charge a one–time issuing fee for a new license in an amount equal to the annual license fee.
Md. Code, Land Use § 21-207 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-207
§21–207.
Status: in_force

This part applies in Montgomery County.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-638 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-638
§21–638.
Status: in_force

(a) Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, the City of Bowie, the City of Takoma Park, and any person or municipality may not adopt a stormwater management plan, system, or design in these jurisdictions, including a capital improvement program for stormwater management, unless:

(1) the stormwater management plan or design is in accordance with the 6–year capital improvement program of the jurisdiction responsible for stormwater management in the affected area and is approved by that jurisdiction; or

(2) the plan, system, or design is intended to protect an individual’s home and has no adverse impact on other properties or stormwater management systems.

(b) (1) (i) If Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, the City of Bowie, or the City of Takoma Park prepares a stormwater management plan, system, or design, or if a stormwater management plan, system, or design has been submitted to Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, the City of Bowie, or the City of Takoma Park, the city or county shall submit a copy of the plan, system, or design to the Commission.

(ii) After the submission, the Commission shall have a specified, reasonable time to review and comment on the plan, system, or design to the city or county to indicate any conflict in the plan, system, or design with the existing or planned water supply or sanitary sewer systems of the Commission.

(iii) The stormwater management system or design approved by Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, the City of Bowie, or the City of Takoma Park shall be consistent with the Commission’s comments.

(2) (i) When the Commission receives a copy of a plan from the City of Bowie, the Commission promptly shall provide a copy to the County Council and County Executive of Prince George’s County for review and comment.

(ii) When the Commission receives a copy of a plan from the City of Takoma Park, the Commission promptly shall provide a copy to the County Council and County Executive of Montgomery County for review and comment.

(3) When Prince George’s County receives a plan that provides for drainage into a storm drain or stormwater management facility of the City of Bowie or onto any easement of the City of Bowie, the county promptly shall provide a copy of the plan to the City of Bowie for review and comment.

(c) (1) If the Commission or Prince George’s County, after reviewing a plan submitted by the City of Bowie, advises the city that the Commission or county finds that construction in accordance with the plan will cause stormwater runoff problems in the maintenance of existing facilities or construction and maintenance of planned facilities, the city may not authorize construction to begin until the matter is resolved.

(2) If the Commission or Montgomery County, after reviewing a plan submitted by the City of Takoma Park, advises the city that the Commission or county finds that construction in accordance with the plan will cause stormwater runoff problems in the maintenance of existing facilities or construction and maintenance of planned facilities, the city may not authorize construction to begin until the matter is resolved.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-235 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-235
§21–235.
Status: in_force

(a) So far as practicable, the Secretary may conform any rule or regulation adopted under this subtitle to the rules and regulations adopted under the federal act.

(b) The Secretary may adopt for purposes of this subtitle any rule or regulation adopted by the United States Department of Agriculture.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-205 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-205
§21–205.
Status: in_force

(a) The governing body of a county is the district council for each district in the county.

(b) A district council shall:

(1) keep a separate record of its proceedings for each district; and

(2) deposit all money received for each district to the credit of that district.

(c) (1) The district council shall require the depository of money under subsection (b)(2) of this section to give the same security for the repayment of money deposited and pay the same interest on the money as is required for the deposit of county funds.

(2) Any interest earnings on money deposited for a district shall be credited to that district.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-205 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-205
§21–205.
Status: in_force

In exercising authority, control, or discretion with respect to the several systems, a fiduciary may not:

(1) use the assets of the several systems for the fiduciary's own interest or account;

(2) act in a transaction involving the several systems on behalf of a person, or represent a person, if the interests of the person are adverse to the interests of the several systems or the interests of participants;

(3) receive any consideration for the fiduciary's own account from a person dealing with the several systems in connection with a transaction involving the assets of the several systems; or

(4) become an endorser or surety or, in any manner, an obligor, for money lent to or borrowed from the Board of Trustees.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-410 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-410
§21–410.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this section, a person shall obtain a permit with a Grade A or a manufactured grade classification from the Secretary before that person may:

(1) Bring, send, or receive a milk product into this State for sale;

(2) Offer a milk product for sale;

(3) Give a milk product away;

(4) Store a milk product; or

(5) Transport a milk product.

(b) A permit is required to:

(1) Be a bobtailer;

(2) Be a bulk milk hauler/sampler;

(3) Be a certified industry dairy farm inspector;

(4) Be a milk processor;

(5) Be a milk processor – farmstead cheese producer;

(6) Be a milk producer;

(7) Operate a distribution station;

(8) Operate a milk transportation company;

(9) Operate a receiving station; or

(10) Operate a transfer station.

(c) A permit is not required for:

(1) A milk producer who is outside the departmental inspection area if the raw milk from that milk producer is processed by a milk processor who holds a permit issued under this subtitle;

(2) A bulk milk hauler/sampler who receives raw milk from outside the departmental inspection area;

(3) A grocery store, restaurant, soda fountain, or similar establishment where milk products are served or sold at retail if:

(i) The establishment complies with all applicable provisions of this subtitle and all applicable rules or regulations adopted under this subtitle; and

(ii) The milk product is received from a permit holder; or

(4) A bulk milk hauler/sampler who is transporting a sealed tanker and not producers’ samples.

(d) The Secretary shall designate all permits with one of the following classifications, as required by rules and regulations:

(1) Grade A milk; or

(2) Manufactured milk.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-248 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-248
§21–248.
Status: in_force

(a) In addition to any finding that may be made under § 21-247 of this subtitle and except as otherwise provided in this section, an advertisement is considered to be false if it represents that a drug or device has any effect regarding albuminuria, appendicitis, arteriosclerosis, blood poison, bone disease, Bright’s disease, cancer, carbuncles, cholecystitis, diabetes, diphtheria, dropsy, erysipelas, gallstones, any heart or vascular disease, high blood pressure, mastoiditis, measles, meningitis, mumps, nephritis, otitis media, paralysis, pneumonia, poliomyelitis (infantile paralysis), any prostate gland disorder, pyelitis, scarlet fever, sexual impotence, sinus infection, smallpox, tuberculosis, tumors, typhoid, uremia, or any venereal disease.

(b) If an advertisement for a drug or device is not otherwise considered to be false under § 21-247 of this subtitle, it is not false under this section if:

(1) It is disseminated only to members of the medical, dental, or veterinary professions;

(2) It appears only in the scientific periodicals of these professions; or

(3) It is disseminated only for the purpose of public health education by a person who does not have a direct or indirect commercial interest in the sale of the drug or device.

(c) (1) An advertisement for a drug or device is not false under this section if a rule or regulation is adopted that authorizes the advertisement, as provided in this subsection.

(2) (i) If the Secretary finds that an advance in medical science has made any type of self-medication safe for the treatment of any disease or disorder named in subsection (a) of this section, the Secretary shall adopt a rule or regulation that authorizes the advertisement of any drug or device that has a curative or therapeutic effect for the disease or disorder.

(ii) A rule or regulation that authorizes an advertisement is subject to any condition or restriction that the Secretary considers necessary to protect the public health.

(d) This section does not indicate that self-medication for any disease or disorder other than the diseases and disorders named in subsection (a) of this section is safe or effective.

(e) Any representation made in the labeling of a drug or device that would be a false advertisement under this section if it appeared elsewhere, is a misbranding of the drug or device under § 21-217 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-110 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-110
§21–110.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board of Trustees shall adopt regulations providing for:

(1) the administration of the several systems;

(2) the management of the assets of the several systems;

(3) the transaction of its business;

(4) the imposition of an administrative fee on any participating employer that fails to provide the information required by the State Retirement Agency to properly enroll eligible employees in the several systems;

(5) notwithstanding the provisions of § 9–602 of the Criminal Law Article, the management of monitoring and recording, for training and quality control purposes:

(i) incoming telephone conversations to employees of the Member Services division of the State Retirement Agency, to telephones within the offices of the State Retirement Agency; and

(ii) outgoing telephone conversations initiated by the Member Services division’s virtual hold callback feature of the automated call distribution system; and

(6) rules regarding the retention of recordings made in accordance with paragraph (5) of this subsection, including a prohibition on the retention of recordings for longer than 10 years.

(b) (1) Subject to the approval of the Board of Public Works, the Board of Trustees may adopt regulations for the administration of funds of a pension or retirement system established under §§ 7-206 and 7-603 of the Transportation Article.

(2) The Maryland Transit Administration shall pay all financing costs of a pension or retirement system established under §§ 7-206 and 7-603 of the Transportation Article, including the pro rata share of the administrative costs that the Board of Trustees incurs.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-303 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-303
§21–303.
Status: in_force

The purpose of this subtitle is to provide that all food establishments in this State are constructed, operated, and maintained in a manner that assures that all food manufactured, processed, stored, or prepared for human consumption is done so under conditions necessary to protect the public health, safety, and welfare.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-902.3 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 9 / Section 21-902.3
§21–902.
Status: in_force

§21–902.3.

(a) In this section, “test” has the meaning stated in § 16–205.1 of this article.

(b) If a person is convicted of a violation of § 21–902(b) or (c) of this subtitle and the trier of fact finds beyond a reasonable doubt that the person refused to take a test arising out of the same circumstances as the violation, the court shall require the person to participate in the Ignition Interlock System Program under § 16–404.1 of this article for 1 year.

(c) The penalty provided under this section shall be:

(1) In addition to any other criminal penalty for a violation of § 21–902(b) or (c) of this subtitle; and

(2) Concurrent with any other participation in the Ignition Interlock System Program ordered by the Administration under any other provision of this article.

(d) If a person subject to this section participates in the Ignition Interlock System Program under § 16–205.1 of this article, the person shall receive credit toward the length of participation in the Ignition Interlock System Program arising out of the same incident required under this section.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-2301 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 23 / Section 21-2301
§21–2301.
Status: in_force

Title 4, Subtitle 8 (“Death of License Holder”) of Division I of this article applies in the county without exception or variation.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-402 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-402
§21–402.
Status: in_force

The purpose of the authority granted under this part is to:

(1) finance the establishment, acquisition, design, construction, alteration, improvement, extension, operation, and maintenance of:

(i) adequate storm drainage systems;

(ii) public parking facilities;

(iii) pedestrian malls;

(iv) street and area lighting; and

(v) ride sharing and bus systems;

(2) finance the capital and operating costs to enhance police, fire protection, and rescue services; and

(3) provide financing for commercial district management authorities established under § 5–214(b) of this article.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-1301 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 13 / Section 21-1301
§21–1301.
Status: in_force

(a) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 12 (“Temporary Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation:

(1) § 4–1202 (“Per diem licenses”);

(2) § 4–1206 (“License to dispose of stock”);

(3) § 4–1207 (“Temporary move of licensed premises”);

(4) § 4–1208 (“Hours and days of sale”); and

(5) § 4–1209 (“Wine permit for fund–raising event”).

(b) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 12 (“Temporary Licenses”) of Division I of this article do not apply in the county and are superseded by §§ 21–1309, 21–1310, and 21–1312 of this subtitle:

(1) § 4–1203 (“Class C per diem beer and Class C per diem beer and wine licenses”);

(2) § 4–1204 (“Class C per diem beer, wine, and liquor license”); and

(3) § 4–1205 (“License fees”).
Md. Code, State Government § 21-302 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-302
§21–302.
Status: in_force

There is a Governor’s Office on Service and Volunteerism within the Department.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1001 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 10 / Section 21-1001
§21–1001.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this section, on any highway outside of a business district or a residential district, a person may not stop, park, or leave standing on the roadway any vehicle, whether attended or unattended, if it is practicable to stop, park, or leave the vehicle standing off the roadway.

(b) Except as otherwise provided in this section, on any highway outside of a business district or a residential district, a person may not leave any vehicle standing, without providing an unobstructed width of the roadway opposite the standing vehicle for the free passage of other vehicles.

(c) Except as otherwise provided in this section, on any highway outside of a business district or a residential district, a person may not stop any vehicle, unless it can be seen clearly from 200 feet away in each direction on the roadway.

(d) This section does not apply to the driver of a vehicle that has become unintentionally so disabled while on the roadway that he cannot avoid stopping and temporarily leaving it there.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-104.3 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-104.3
§21–104.
Status: in_force

§21–104.3.

(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) “Personal delivery device” means a powered device that:

(i) Is operated primarily on shoulders, sidewalks, and crosswalks;

(ii) Is intended for the transport of property on public rights–of–way;

(iii) Weighs not more than 550 pounds, excluding cargo; and

(iv) Is capable of navigating with or without the active control or monitoring of an individual.

(3) (i) “Personal delivery device operator” means an entity or its agent that exercises active or passive physical control or monitoring over the navigation system and operation of a personal delivery device.

(ii) “Personal delivery device operator” does not include a person that:

1. Requests or receives the services of a personal delivery device to transport property; or

2. Arranges for and dispatches a personal delivery device to provide service to another person.

(b) Subject to § 21–1205.1(f) of this title, a personal delivery device may operate without registration on any roadway, sidewalk, shoulder, or crosswalk in the State.

(c) A personal delivery device may not:

(1) Unreasonably interfere with traffic;

(2) Block public rights–of–way;

(3) Transport hazardous materials regulated under the Hazardous Materials Transport Act and required to be placarded under 49 C.F.R. Part 172, Subpart F; or

(4) Operate on a sidewalk or crosswalk at a speed exceeding 7 miles per hour.

(d) A personal delivery device operated on any roadway, sidewalk, shoulder, or crosswalk in the State shall:

(1) Be visibly marked with a unique identifying number;

(2) Be visibly marked with a means of identifying the personal delivery device operator;

(3) If the personal delivery device operator is acting on behalf of a corporate entity, be visibly marked with contact information for that entity;

(4) Be equipped with a system that enables the personal delivery device to come to a controlled stop;

(5) Be covered by:

(i) An insurance policy that provides general liability coverage of at least $100,000 for damages; or

(ii) Another form of security acceptable to the Administration that adequately provides the benefits required by item (i) of this item;

(6) Be equipped with lighting devices as required by the Administration after consultation with industry stakeholders;

(7) Obey all traffic and pedestrian control devices; and

(8) Be subject to municipal or county permitting requirements, where applicable.

(e) Any information required by this section to be visibly marked on a personal delivery device shall also be marked in braille lettering.

(f) (1) Prior to beginning operations in the State, each operator of a personal delivery device shall file with the Administrator an emergency response plan designed to inform first responders about the personal delivery device, including information on its equipment and attributes and on how to deal with the device when it is encountered on public rights–of–way.

(2) The Administrator, after consultation with industry stakeholders, may adopt policies outlining what must be included in an emergency response plan.

(3) The Administrator shall be responsible for making each emergency response plan filed with the Administrator available to the appropriate first responder agencies of the State.

(g) An operator of a personal delivery device shall:

(1) Notify the governing body of each county and municipality within which the operator intends to operate the personal delivery device at least 30 days before the operator begins operating the personal delivery device in the county or municipality; and

(2) Comply with all local ordinances, regulations, and rules of each county and municipality for which the operator is required to provide notice under item (1) of this subsection.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-203 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-203
§21–203.
Status: in_force

A fiduciary shall discharge the fiduciary's duties with respect to the several systems solely in the interest of the participants and as follows:

(1) for the exclusive purposes of providing benefits to the participants and for reasonable expenses of administering the several systems;

(2) with the care, skill, prudence, and diligence under the circumstances then prevailing, that a prudent person acting in a like capacity and familiar with such matters would use in the conduct of an enterprise of a like character and with like aims;

(3) by diversifying the investments of the several systems so as to minimize the risk of large losses, unless under the circumstances it is clearly prudent not to do so;

(4) in accordance with the laws governing the several systems; and

(5) in accordance with the documents and instruments governing the several systems to the extent that the documents and instruments are consistent with this subtitle.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 21-206 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-206
§21–206.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board may set reasonable fees for the issuance and renewal of licenses and its other services.

(b) The Board shall pay any money collected under this title into the General Fund of the State.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-502 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 5 / Section 21-502
§21–502.
Status: in_force

(a) This subtitle applies only to:

(1) a code county in the Eastern Shore class;

(2) Anne Arundel County;

(3) Baltimore County;

(4) Calvert County;

(5) Cecil County;

(6) Charles County;

(7) Garrett County;

(8) Harford County;

(9) Howard County;

(10) Prince George’s County;

(11) St. Mary’s County;

(12) Washington County; and

(13) Wicomico County.

(b) This subtitle is self–executing and does not require a county to enact legislation or, if applicable, to amend its charter to exercise the powers granted under this subtitle.

(c) The powers granted under this subtitle:

(1) are supplemental to any power granted by another law; and

(2) do not limit any other power.

(d) This subtitle is necessary for the welfare of the State and its residents and shall be liberally construed to effect the purposes stated in § 21–504(a) of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-2A-04.1 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2A / Section 21-2A-04.1
§21–2A–04.
Status: in_force

§21–2A–04.1.

(a) A prescriber shall be registered with the Program before obtaining a new or renewal registration with the Department under § 5–304(a) of the Criminal Law Article or by July 1, 2017, whichever is sooner.

(b) A pharmacist shall be registered with the Program by July 1, 2017.

(c) Before registering with the Program, a prescriber and a pharmacist shall complete a course of instruction and training developed by the Department, including the effective use of the Program.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1107 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 11 / Section 21-1107
§21–1107.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to subsection (c) of this section, this section applies to:

(1) A truck that has a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,001 pounds or more; and

(2) A truck/trailer or truck tractor/semitrailer or trailer combination that has a combined gross vehicle weight rating of 10,001 pounds or more.

(b) While a vehicle subject to this section is being operated on a highway:

(1) The driver may not allow a person to occupy the area of the vehicle primarily intended to carry cargo; and

(2) A person may not occupy the area of the vehicle primarily intended to carry cargo.

(c) This section does not apply to:

(1) An attendant delegated to care for livestock;

(2) A vehicle that is controlled or operated by a farmer and is:

(i) Used to transport agricultural products, farm machinery, or farm supplies to or from a farm;

(ii) Not used in the operations of a common or contract motor carrier; and

(iii) Used within 150 miles of the farmer’s farm;

(3) A vehicle owned or operated by the U.S. Department of Defense if the vehicle is controlled or operated by:

(i) Active duty military personnel; or

(ii) A member of the military reserves or National Guard on active duty, including personnel on full-time National Guard duty and personnel on part-time training; or

(4) A vehicle traveling at a speed of not more than 25 miles per hour.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-1310 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 13 / Section 21-1310
§21–1310.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board may issue a multiple event license to a nonprofit organization that qualifies for a Class C multiple day license.

(b) The Board may not issue more than one multiple event license to a nonprofit organization in a license year.

(c) The license holder may hold another license issued by the Board that is of a different class or nature.

(d) (1) The Board shall publish a notice for application for the license one time at least 7 days before a license hearing.

(2) A license holder shall notify the Board in writing at least 7 days before an event for which the license is to be used.

(e) The nonprofit organization for which a multiple event license is issued shall ensure that at least one server who is certified by an approved alcohol awareness program is on the premises when alcoholic beverages are served.

(f) The nonprofit organization for which a multiple event license is issued may cater functions on their premises.

(g) The fee for a Class C multiple event license is:

(1) $125 for not more than 5 events per year;

(2) $250 for not more than 12 events per year;

(3) $375 for not more than 18 events per year; and

(4) $500 for not more than 24 events per year.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-515 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 5 / Section 21-515
§21–515.
Status: in_force

Bond proceeds shall be used only to pay the cost of infrastructure improvements, including:

(1) the cost of establishing, acquiring, designing, constructing, extending, or altering infrastructure improvements;

(2) the cost of issuing bonds;

(3) payment of the principal of and interest on loans, money advances, or indebtedness incurred by the county for any purpose stated in § 21–504(a) of this subtitle, including refunding bonds previously issued; and

(4) funding of a debt service reserve fund or payment of interest before, during, or for a limited period of time after constructing the infrastructure improvements.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1114 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 11 / Section 21-1114
§21–1114.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not drive on any new roadway or newly repaired roadway before it is opened to traffic.

(b) A person may not walk on any new roadway or newly repaired roadway before the roadway is opened to traffic.

(c) A person may not willfully injure or damage any highway, including a highway under construction.

(d) A person may not willfully injure or damage any work, material, or structure used in connection with the construction of a highway.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 21-120 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-120
§21–120.
Status: in_force

This title may be cited as the Maryland Uniform Electronic Transactions Act.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-227 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-227
§21–227.
Status: in_force

On a specific written request by the Secretary, the manufacturer, packer, or distributor of any prescription drug that is sold or distributed in this State shall give the Secretary:

(1) Any information that the manufacturer, packer, or distributor has about the biological availability and clinical performance of the drug; and

(2) Any comparative information that the manufacturer, packer, or distributor has about any drug, of the same established name, that is manufactured, packed, or distributed by another person.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-2C-02 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2C / Section 21-2C-02
§21–2C–02.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) There is a Prescription Drug Affordability Board.

(2) (i) The Board is a body politic and corporate and is an instrumentality of the State.

(ii) The Board is an independent unit of State government.

(iii) The exercise by the Board of its authority under this subtitle is an essential governmental function.

(b) The purpose of the Board is to protect State residents, State and local governments, commercial health plans, health care providers, pharmacies licensed in the State, and other stakeholders within the health care system from the high costs of prescription drug products.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-404 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-404
§21–404.
Status: in_force

Ad valorem taxes imposed under this part shall be imposed in the same manner, on the same assessments, for the same period, and as of the same date of finality as required for municipal property tax purposes in the special taxing district.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1128 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 11 / Section 21-1128
§21–1128.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) (i) “Dirt bike” means any motorcycle or similar vehicle that is not required to be registered under Title 13 of this article.

(ii) “Dirt bike” includes:

1. A motorized minibike, as defined in § 11–134.4 of this article; and

2. An all–terrain vehicle with either 3 or 4 wheels.

(iii) “Dirt bike” does not include:

1. A moped, as defined in § 11–134.1 of this article; or

2. A motor scooter, as defined in § 11–134.5 of this article.

(3) “Service station” means a place of business where motor fuel is sold and delivered into the fuel supply tanks of motor vehicles.

(b) (1) This section applies only in Baltimore City.

(2) This section does not apply to an owner or employee of a service station who is subject to the provisions of the Baltimore City Code prohibiting the selling, transferring, or dispensing of motor fuel for delivery into a dirt bike.

(c) A person may not dispense motor fuel into a dirt bike from a retail pump at a service station.

(d) (1) A person convicted of a violation of this section is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 90 days or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

(2) (i) Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph and notwithstanding any other law, if a minor is the defendant or child respondent in a proceeding under this section, the court may order that a fine imposed under this subsection be paid by:

1. The minor;

2. A parent or guardian of the minor; or

3. Both the minor and a parent or guardian of the minor.

(ii) 1. A court may not order a parent or guardian of a minor to pay a fine under this paragraph unless the parent or guardian has been given a reasonable opportunity to be heard and to present evidence.

2. A hearing under this subparagraph may be held as part of the sentencing or disposition hearing.

(e) (1) If a person is convicted of a violation of this section, the court shall notify the Administration of the conviction.

(2) Subject to the provisions of paragraph (3) of this subsection, on receipt of the notice described under paragraph (1) of this subsection the Administration:

(i) For a first violation, may suspend the person’s driver’s license for up to 30 days; and

(ii) For a second or subsequent violation, shall suspend the person’s driver’s license for 30 days.

(3) Subject to the provisions of Title 12, Subtitle 2 of this article, a licensee may request a hearing on a suspension under this section.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-603 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-603
§21–603.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not start a vehicle that is stopped, standing, or parked until the movement can be made with reasonable safety.

(b) A person may not start a vehicle that is stopped, standing, or parked until, if any other vehicle might be affected by the movement, he gives an adequate signal to approaching traffic.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-430 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-430
§21–430.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “milk emergency”:

(1) Means a general and acute shortage of milk from Grade A dairy farms; and

(2) Does not include a simple shortage of milk from Grade A dairy farms that affects only a small number of distributors.

(b) (1) In a milk emergency, the Secretary may authorize the sale of a pasteurized milk product that has not been certified as Grade A pasteurized milk.

(2) A person who sells a milk product under this subsection shall label the milk product as the Secretary requires.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1006 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 10 / Section 21-1006
§21–1006.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Each parking lot that is constructed or altered after October 1, 1996 shall conform with the requirements of the Maryland Accessibility Code adopted under § 12–202 of the Public Safety Article.

(2) (i) As of October 1, 2010, each parking lot in the State shall conform with the requirements of the Maryland Accessibility Code adopted under § 12–202 of the Public Safety Article.

(ii) A person may comply with this paragraph by restriping the parking lot to provide the required number of parking spaces for individuals with disabilities, including parking spaces that are disabled van accessible.

(iii) If restriping a parking lot to comply with this subsection reduces the total number of spaces to below the number required by local law, the local jurisdiction shall grant the property owner an exception to the relevant local zoning ordinance.

(b) A person may not park a motor vehicle in a space designated for the use of individuals with disabilities unless:

(1) The vehicle bears a special registration plate, a removable windshield placard, or a temporary removable windshield placard issued by the Administration under § 13–616, § 13–616.1, or § 13–616.2 of this article or similarly by another state, the District of Columbia, or another country; and

(2) The person is authorized to use the privileges conferred by the special registration plate, removable windshield placard, or temporary placard under § 13–616, § 13–616.1, or § 13–616.2 of this article, or under the laws of another state, the District of Columbia, or another country.

(c) Any restriping or repaving of a parking lot shall be considered an alteration under the Maryland Accessibility Code adopted under § 12–202 of the Public Safety Article.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-329 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-329
§21–329.
Status: in_force

(a) Unless the packaging of a food product is clearly and conspicuously labeled in accordance with subsection (c) of this section, no food product containing or consisting of surimi may be sold in the State.

(b) Unless all menus and notices advertising a food containing or consisting of surimi are clearly and conspicuously labeled in accordance with subsection (c) of this section, a food service facility may not serve the food in the State.

(c) Labeling for a food product or food containing or consisting of surimi shall include 1 or more of the following terms, as appropriate:

(1) “Imitation crab”;

(2) “Imitation lobster”;

(3) “Imitation scallops”;

(4) “Imitation shrimp”;

(5) “Imitation” followed by the name of the seafood imitated;

(6) “Artificial processed seafood”;

(7) “Surimi”;

(8) “Seafood salad containing imitation” followed by the name of the seafood imitated; or

(9) Other terms approved by the Department.

(d) In addition to the penalties set forth in § 21-1214 of this title, the Secretary may seize or condemn any food product or food sold or served in violation of this section.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-404 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-404
§21–404.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies to a Class 2 rectifying license in the county.

(b) A license holder may open on Sundays to engage in the activities listed in § 2–204(b)(4) of this article only in an election district or a precinct in an election district where the voters, in a referendum authorized by law, have approved Sunday sales at a rectifying facility.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-314 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-314
§21–314.
Status: in_force

If the Department finds that a food establishment is in violation of this subtitle or any rule or regulation adopted under this subtitle, is in an unsanitary condition, or is not equipped properly, the Secretary shall notify the licensee:

(1) Of the specific findings;

(2) Of a specific, reasonable date by which the licensee shall correct the violations or deficiencies specified in the notice; and

(3) That, if the licensee fails to correct the conditions by the date specified, the Department may suspend or revoke the license issued under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-901.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 9 / Section 21-901.1
§21–901.
Status: in_force

§21–901.1.

(a) A person is guilty of reckless driving if the person drives a motor vehicle:

(1) In wanton or willful disregard for the safety of persons or property;

(2) In a manner that indicates a wanton or willful disregard for the safety of persons or property; or

(3) At a speed at least 30 miles per hour above the posted speed limit.

(b) A person is guilty of negligent driving if the person drives a motor vehicle in a careless or imprudent manner that endangers any property or the life or person of any individual.

(c) (1) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (a) of this section is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 60 days or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

(2) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (b) of this section is subject to a fine not exceeding $750.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 21-311 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-311
§21–311.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to the hearing provisions of § 21–312 of this subtitle, the Board, on the affirmative vote of a majority of its members then serving, may deny a registration to any applicant, reprimand any registered individual, or suspend or revoke a registration if the applicant or registered individual:

(1) fraudulently or deceptively obtains or attempts to obtain a registration for the applicant or registered individual or for another;

(2) fraudulently or deceptively uses a registration;

(3) under the laws of the United States or of any state, is convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor, either of which is directly related to the fitness and qualification of the applicant or registered individual to provide individual tax preparation services;

(4) is guilty of negligence, incompetence, or misconduct while providing individual tax preparation services;

(5) violates any regulation adopted under this title; or

(6) violates any provision of this title.

(b) (1) In addition to reprimanding or suspending or revoking a registration under this subsection, the Board may impose a penalty not exceeding $5,000 for each violation.

(2) To determine the amount of the penalty imposed under this subsection, the Board shall consider:

(i) the seriousness of the violation;

(ii) the harm caused by the violation;

(iii) the good faith of the registered individual; and

(iv) any history of previous violations by the registered individual.

(3) The Board shall use a penalty collected under this subsection to provide for the enforcement of this section.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 21-201 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-201
§21–201.
Status: in_force

There is a State Board of Individual Tax Preparers in the Department.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-1002.3 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 10 / Section 21-1002.3
§21–1002.
Status: in_force

§21–1002.3.

(a) There is a Class BRC–resort complex beer and wine license.

(b) The Board may issue the license to a license holder for a complex that has at least two facilities that are:

(1) located on the same contiguous property;

(2) separated by at least 150 feet from the main area of the licensed premises; and

(3) determined by the Board to be hotel, motel, recreational, or restaurant facilities.

(c) The license authorizes the license holder to sell at a hotel, motel, recreational, or restaurant facility at retail at the place described in the license:

(1) beer and wine for on–premises consumption; and

(2) beer for off–premises consumption.

(d) The license holder may sell beer and wine during the hours and days as set out for a Class B beer and wine license under § 21–2003 of this title.

(e) The annual license fees are:

(1) $700 for a 6–day license for two facilities;

(2) $350 for each additional facility for a 6–day license;

(3) $820 for a 7–day license for two facilities; and

(4) $410 for each additional facility for a 7–day license.

(f) The Board shall:

(1) charge a one–time issuing fee for a new license in an amount equal to the annual license fee; and

(2) adopt regulations to carry out this section.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 21-303 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-303
§21–303.
Status: in_force

An applicant for a registration shall:

(1) submit to the Board an application on the form that the Board provides; and

(2) pay to the Board or the Board’s designee an examination fee set by the Board in an amount not to exceed the cost of the required examination.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-303 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-303
§21–303.
Status: reserved

(a) The Board of Trustees shall credit to the accumulation fund of each State system:

(1) all employer contributions to the State system;

(2) all interest, dividends, and other income derived from the assets of the State system; and

(3) amounts transferred under § 21–311(c) or (d) of this subtitle.

(b) The Board of Trustees shall pay from the accumulation fund of a State system all benefits payable under that State system except for benefits payable from the annuity savings fund of that State system.

(c) (1) Each year the Board of Trustees shall transfer from the accumulation fund of each State system to each member’s account in the annuity savings fund of that State system regular interest on the account as provided in this Division II.

(2) If a retiree who has retired because of disability is restored to membership, the Board of Trustees shall transfer from the accumulation fund of the appropriate State system to the annuity savings fund of that State system an amount equal to the remaining portion of the retiree’s annuity reserve.

(d) Each year, the Board of Trustees shall transfer from the accumulation fund of each State system to the expense fund of that system the amounts required by § 21–315 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-414 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-414
§21–414.
Status: in_force

(a) The Secretary shall certify industry personnel as certified industry dairy farm inspectors.

(b) Each certified industry dairy farm inspector shall cooperate with the Secretary in carrying out the provisions of this subtitle and the rules and regulations adopted under this subtitle for the supervision of dairy farms.

(c) A certified industry dairy farm inspector may inspect a dairy farm to determine whether the dairy farm complies with this subtitle and the rules and regulations adopted under this subtitle for dairy farms.

(d) A certified industry dairy farm inspector may not:

(1) Take punitive action; or

(2) Make an inspection for the issuance or reinstatement of a permit.

(e) Each certified industry dairy farm inspector shall send to the Secretary a report of each inspection that the certified industry dairy farm inspector makes.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-343 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-343
§21–343.
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall seize and condemn any crab meat that does not comply with this subtitle.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-323 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-323
§21–323.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “group home” means a foster home, emergency shelter, or family type residential facility for children that is:

(1) Sponsored by a public or private agency; and

(2) Supervised by foster parents, house parents, or counselors.

(b) Any group home is exempt from any regulation governing food service facilities that is adopted by the Department or a local government, if the group home:

(1) At no time has more than 14 residents including house parents and supervisory, professional, and custodial staff members; and

(2) Has among its resident children only children placed in the group home by a court, a licensed child placement agency, or a government agency, including a local department of social services.

(c) Each group home that is intended for no more than 14 residents shall be registered with the health officer for the county and is subject to State and local health regulations that govern occupancy and use of private family homes.

(d) In each county, the health officer shall inspect each group home that is intended for no more than 14 residents.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-401 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-401
§21–401.
Status: in_force

For the purposes stated in § 21–402 of this subtitle, a municipality may:

(1) by ordinance or resolution, establish special taxing districts; and

(2) impose ad valorem taxes on all real and personal property in a special taxing district at a rate sufficient to provide adequate annual revenues to pay:

(i) the principal of and interest on any bonds or other obligations of the municipality issued for the purpose for which the special taxing district was established, as the principal and interest become due; and

(ii) the costs of operating and maintaining facilities and activities for which the special taxing district was established.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 21-315 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-315
§21–315.
Status: in_force

The Board, on the affirmative vote of a majority of its full appointed membership, may reinstate the license of an individual whose license has been revoked.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-616 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-616
§21–616.
Status: in_force

(a) Bonds authorized by this part are, and shall state, an irrevocable pledge of the full faith and credit and unlimited taxing power of the issuing authority to the payment of the maturing principal of and interest on the bonds as and when the bonds become payable.

(b) The bonds shall be payable first from the stormwater management fund of the issuing authority.

(c) To the extent a stormwater management fund is insufficient to pay the principal, interest, and redemption premium, if any, on the bonds, the issuing authority shall impose ad valorem taxes, unlimited as to rate or amount, on all assessable property in the stormwater management district in an amount sufficient to provide for the payment of the principal, interest, and redemption premium, if any, when due.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1118 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 11 / Section 21-1118
§21–1118.
Status: in_force

(a) The driver of a school bus:

(1) Is responsible for its operation; and

(2) May not drive it into any roadway without first stopping and determining that there is no danger from any other vehicle.

(b) The person responsible for any pupils on a school bus is:

(1) The teacher on the bus; or

(2) If a teacher is not present, the driver.

(c) A person responsible for pupils on a school bus may not permit the number of standing pupils to exceed one pupil for each part of the aisle that is bounded on both sides by forward facing seats.

(d) A person responsible for pupils on a school bus may not permit any pupil to stand if the school bus is equipped only with lengthwise or a combination of lengthwise and forward facing seats.

(e) A person responsible for pupils on a school bus may not permit any pupil to stand in front of the stanchion and guardrail.

(f) A person responsible for pupils on a school bus may not permit any pupil to operate the front door opening mechanism, except in an emergency.

(g) A person responsible for pupils on a school bus may not require any pupil to sit on the floor.

(h) Except for the driver and any fuel station attendant, a person may not occupy a school bus while it is being supplied with fuel.

(i) Either the driver or an adult aide assigned to each school vehicle that is used to transport handicapped children shall be certified as having successfully completed a first aid-safety course approved by the Department of Education.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-810 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 8 / Section 21-810
§21–810.
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall issue a license to any applicant who meets the requirements of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-205 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-205
§21–205.
Status: in_force

The Board may adopt regulations to carry out this article.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-333 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-333
§21–333.
Status: in_force

In this State, a person may not sell a soft drink manufactured outside of this State unless the soft drink has been registered with the Department.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1211.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 12 / Section 21-1211.1
§21–1211.
Status: in_force

§21–1211.1.

(a) When the State Highway Administration or a local authority approves a foot racing event on a highway or a highway bridge under its respective jurisdiction, foot racing shall be lawful.

(b) The State Highway Administration or a local authority may approve a foot racing event only under conditions that:

(1) Provide reasonable safety for race participants, spectators, and other highway or highway bridge users; and

(2) Prevent unreasonable interference with traffic flow that would seriously inconvenience other highway or highway bridge users.

(c) If traffic control adequately assures the safety of participants, spectators, and other highway or highway bridge users, the State Highway Administration or a local authority may exempt participants in an approved foot racing event from compliance with other provisions of the Maryland Vehicle Law that otherwise would be applicable to the participants in the foot racing event.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-10A-07 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 10A / Section 21-10A-07
§21–10A–07.
Status: in_force

A person convicted of a violation of this subtitle is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 months or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-206.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-206.1
§21–206.
Status: in_force

§21–206.1.

(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) “Component for electrical current transmission and storage” includes any of the following if it is placed by the authority of a public body or official:

(i) A battery;

(ii) An item used for surge protection;

(iii) A fuse;

(iv) A conduit;

(v) A circuit breaker;

(vi) A transformer;

(vii) A hand hole;

(viii) A manhole; and

(ix) Conductor wire.

(3) “Intelligent transportation system” includes any of the following if it is placed by the authority of a public body or official:

(i) A wired or wireless communications device connected to a traffic control device or a lighting device;

(ii) Any fiber–optic communications cabling connected to any government–owned or –placed transportation–related equipment or device through wireless radio, Bluetooth, Wi–Fi, or microwave systems; and

(iii) 1. Radio consoles;

2. Modems;

3. Routers;

4. Switches;

5. Encoders;

6. Decoders;

7. Power supplies;

8. Traffic controllers;

9. Road sensors;

10. Variable message signs;

11. Cameras;

12. Roadside units;

13. Highway advisory radio weather sensors;

14. Radio towers and shelters;

15. Speed detectors;

16. Remote traffic microwave sensors;

17. Portable generators;

18. Fog warning systems;

19. Bluetooth readers;

20. Power controllers;

21. Uninterruptible power supplies; and

22. Batteries or battery backups.

(b) A person without lawful authority may not willfully alter, disconnect, tamper with, remove, or otherwise interfere with a transportation–related component for electrical current transmission and storage or an intelligent transportation system.

(c) A person convicted of a violation of this section is subject to:

(1) For a first offense, imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or a fine not exceeding $1,500 or both; and

(2) For a second or subsequent offense, imprisonment not exceeding 18 months or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-347 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-347
§21–347.
Status: in_force

(a) Unless the shellfish contained in the food comes from a source certified by the appropriate agency responsible for interstate shellfish shipment, a person may not import into this State any food that contains shellfish.

(b) Each processor of food that contains shellfish that is imported into this State shall:

(1) Keep on file proof that the shellfish is from a source certified by the appropriate agency responsible for interstate shellfish shipment; and

(2) Provide this proof to the Department on request.