Maryland § 13-401
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-401, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-401.
(a) This section applies to any vehicle required to be registered under this title.
(b) (1) If a vehicle is not registered, a person may not drive the vehicle on a highway in this State.
(2) (i) If a person is convicted of a violation of this subsection that involved the use of an off–highway recreational vehicle on a highway, the court shall notify the Administration of the violation.
(ii) The Chief Judge of the District Court, in conjunction with the Administration, shall establish uniform procedures for reporting convictions described in this paragraph.
(c) If a vehicle is not registered, the owner of the vehicle may not knowingly allow the vehicle to be driven on a highway in this State.
(d) If the required registration fee for a vehicle has not been paid, a person may not drive the vehicle on a highway in this State.
(e) If the required registration fee for a vehicle has not been paid, the owner of the vehicle may not knowingly allow the vehicle to be driven on a highway in this State.
(f) If the registration of a vehicle is canceled, a person may not drive the vehicle on a highway in this State.
(g) If the registration of a vehicle is canceled, the owner of the vehicle may not knowingly allow the vehicle to be driven on a highway in this State.
(h) If the registration of a vehicle is suspended, a person may not drive the vehicle on a highway in this State.
(i) If the registration of a vehicle is suspended, the owner of the vehicle may not knowingly allow the vehicle to be driven on a highway in this State.
(j) If the registration of a vehicle is revoked, a person may not drive the vehicle on a highway in this State.
(k) If the registration of a vehicle is revoked, the owner of the vehicle may not knowingly allow the vehicle to be driven on a highway in this State.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-401
What does Maryland Code § 13-401 cover?
Section 13-401 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 § 13-401?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 13-401" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.
How does Maryland § 13-401 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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