Maryland · Maryland Code — Transportation Article
Md. Code, Transp. § 14-104: (a) A person may not willfully damage or tamper with any vehicle without the consent of its owner
What this law says, in plain English
It is illegal to willfully damage or tamper with a vehicle without owner consent, throw objects at vehicles or occupants, or climb into or manipulate vehicle mechanisms with intent to cause mischief or crime. Violation carries up to 2 months imprisonment or $500 fine.
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