Maryland · Maryland Code — Transportation Article
Md. Code, Transp. § 5-1104: (a) If a person is apprehended by a police officer for the violation of any provision of this title that is punishable as a misdemeanor or for the violation of any rule, regulation, or order adopted under this title that is punishable as a misdemeanor, the officer shall prepare and sign a written ci
What this law says, in plain English
When police apprehend someone for a misdemeanor violation, the officer must prepare a written citation containing the defendant's information, offense details, and court appearance requirements. The defendant may sign a promise to appear instead of being arrested, unless identity cannot be verified or the officer believes they will ignore the promise.
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