Maryland § 21-708

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 21-708, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 21-708.

    (a)    At the request of any farmer whose land is divided by a highway and who regularly drives livestock across the highway, the State Highway Administration may place a sign at approximately 500 feet from each side of the crossing, giving notice of the presence of the crossing.

    (b)    If livestock are being driven across the highway at the crossing, the driver of a vehicle between the two signs shall stop until the livestock have left the highway.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 21-708

What does Maryland Code § 21-708 cover?

Section 21-708 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.

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