Maryland · Maryland Code — Criminal Law Article

Md. Code, Crim. Law § 9-611: (a) In this section, “audible alarm system” means an alarm system that, when activated, emits an audible noise from an annunciator

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Audible alarm systems must automatically silence within 30 minutes and allow accidental activations to be halted. Contractors cannot sell or lease non-compliant systems. Violations incur $100 civil penalties.

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