Maryland § 12-531
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 12-531, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-531.
(a) The County Commissioners of Carroll County may regulate any county road that is not in a municipality and that has not been designated or maintained as a part of the State or federal highway system relating to:
(1) vehicle weight;
(2) vehicle parking;
(3) vehicle abandonment;
(4) building or maintenance by a private or public utility necessary for the performance of the utility’s purpose;
(5) construction and maintenance of driveway connections where connections are provided; and
(6) vehicle speed, but only if the speed regulation has been recommended by the Department of State Police.
(b) To indicate and carry out rules and regulations adopted under subsection (a)(1), (2), and (6) of this section, the County Commissioners of Carroll County shall provide appropriate traffic control devices that conform to State specifications.
(c) For a new road or drainage system, the County Commissioners of Carroll County may adopt rules and regulations relating to:
(1) engineering;
(2) construction; and
(3) acceptance of the road or drainage system into the county roads system for maintenance by the county.
(d) (1) By local law, the County Commissioners of Carroll County may establish that a person who violates a rule or regulation adopted under this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $25, exclusive of costs.
(2) A penalty provision of another public general law prevails over a fine authorized under this subsection.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 12-531
What does Maryland Code § 12-531 cover?
Section 12-531 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 § 12-531?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 12-531" (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 § 12-531 apply to my situation?
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