Maryland § 23-401
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 23-401, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 23-401.
(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b) “Diesel vehicle” means a motor vehicle that:
(1) Is powered by a compression ignition engine; and
(2) Has a manufacturer’s gross vehicle weight rating or gross combination weight rating over 10,000 pounds.
(c) “Emissions inspector” means a person who is certified by the Department of State Police to perform an emissions test.
(d) “Emissions standard” means a measurement of acceptable diesel emissions.
(e) “Emissions test” means the sampling and measurement of certain components of diesel vehicle exhaust to determine if the diesel vehicle complies with an emissions standard.
(f) “Police officer” means any uniformed law enforcement officer.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 23-401
What does Maryland Code § 23-401 cover?
Section 23-401 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 § 23-401?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 23-401" (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?
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How does Maryland § 23-401 apply to my situation?
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