Maryland · Maryland Code — Transportation Article

Md. Code, Transp. § 20-103: (a) The driver of each vehicle involved in an accident that results only in damage to an attended vehicle or other attended property immediately shall stop the vehicle as close as possible to the scene of the accident, without obstructing traffic more than necessary

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

A driver involved in an accident causing only property damage must immediately stop near the scene and remain until providing required information. Violation is punishable by up to 2 months imprisonment or a $500 fine.

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