Maryland · Maryland Code — Transportation Article

Md. Code, Transp. § 27-101: (a) A person who violates a provision of the Maryland Vehicle Law is guilty of a misdemeanor unless the violation: (1) Is a felony under the Maryland Vehicle Law; or (2) Is punishable by a civil penalty under the applicable provision of the Maryland Vehicle Law

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

A person who violates the Maryland Vehicle Law is guilty of a misdemeanor, unless that violation is a felony or subject to a civil penalty. Misdemeanor convictions carry fines up to $500.

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