Maryland § 13-710
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-710, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-710.
(a) The Administration may deny, cancel, suspend, or revoke the commercial motor vehicle registration of a vehicle if:
(1) The motor carrier responsible for the safety of the vehicle is subject to an out–of–service order, as defined in § 16–812(i)(1) of this article, or other federal operating authority sanctions; or
(2) The United States Department of Transportation determines that the motor carrier responsible for the safety of the vehicle is attempting or has attempted to operate a motor carrier under a new identity or as an affiliated entity to avoid:
(i) Complying with a United States Department of Transportation order;
(ii) Complying with a statutory or regulatory requirement;
(iii) Paying a civil penalty;
(iv) Responding to an enforcement action; or
(v) Being linked with a negative compliance history.
(b) A denial, cancellation, suspension, or revocation under this section shall continue until the out–of–service order or other federal operating authority sanctions have been lifted and the motor carrier is allowed to resume operations.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-710
What does Maryland Code § 13-710 cover?
Section 13-710 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 § 13-710?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 13-710" (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 § 13-710 apply to my situation?
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