Maryland § 10-601
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 10-601, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-601.
(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b) “Boat” includes any raft, canoe, floating blind, skiff, or other floating device.
(c) “Offshore” means any place on waters of the State below the mean high tide mark on tidal waters or below the mean high water mark on nontidal waters.
(d) “Offshore blind site” means a specific location in the water where a person may hunt wild waterfowl from a boat that is tied to or anchored at a stake which has been licensed pursuant to this subtitle.
(e) “Offshore stationary blind” means an offshore structure built on pilings or stakes that has been licensed pursuant to this subtitle and used for hunting wild waterfowl.
(f) “Waterfowl safety zone” means:
(1) An area 150 yards from any occupied dwelling; or
(2) A section of shoreline not exceeding 250 yards in length owned by a federal or State unit.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 10-601
What does Maryland Code § 10-601 cover?
Section 10-601 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 10-601?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 10-601" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 10-601 apply to my situation?
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