Maryland § 22-218.2
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 22-218.2, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 22-218.2.
(a) (1) One or more amber flashing lights may be displayed:
(i) By a tow truck while at the scene of an accident or a disabled vehicle or while towing a vehicle; and
(ii) By snow removal and other highway maintenance and service equipment and escort vehicles.
(2) Highway maintenance and service equipment or vehicles owned by the State or a local jurisdiction, or operating under a contract with the State or a local jurisdiction, may display green flashing lights only in accordance with § 22–218(c)(6) of this subtitle.
(3) A tow truck may display a portable variable messaging sign only in accordance with § 22–218(c)(6) of this subtitle.
(b) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, a participant in a citizens on patrol group or other community watch group may display on a vehicle while on patrol in the community one or more amber flashing lights.
(2) An amber flashing light:
(i) May only be displayed if allowed by a law enforcement agency designated by the governing body of the applicable county or municipal corporation; and
(ii) Shall be extinguished at the request of a uniformed law enforcement officer.
(3) The law enforcement agency may require that a sign meeting specifications set by the agency appear on the vehicle that identifies the group conducting the patrol while the amber flashing light is displayed.
(c) (1) A security guard agency licensed under Title 19 of the Business Occupations and Professions Article may equip its vehicles with one or more amber flashing lights.
(2) A person operating a vehicle equipped with amber flashing lights under this subsection may activate the lights only while on duty on property that the agency is responsible for patrolling.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 22-218.2
What does Maryland Code § 22-218.2 cover?
Section 22-218.2 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 § 22-218.2?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 22-218.2 apply to my situation?
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