Maryland § 6-402

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 6-402, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 6-402.

    (a)    A person may not enter or trespass on property that is posted conspicuously against trespass by:

        (1)    signs placed where they reasonably may be seen; or

        (2)    paint marks that:

            (i)    conform with regulations that the Department of Natural Resources adopts under § 5–209 of the Natural Resources Article; and

            (ii)    are made on trees or posts that are located:

                1.    at each road entrance to the property; and

                2.    adjacent to public roadways, public waterways, and other land adjoining the property.

    (b)    A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to:

        (1)    for a first violation, imprisonment not exceeding 90 days or a fine not exceeding $500 or both;

        (2)    for a second violation occurring within 2 years after the first violation, imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both; and

        (3)    for each subsequent violation occurring within 2 years after the preceding violation, imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $2,500 or both.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 6-402

What does Maryland Code § 6-402 cover?

Section 6-402 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 § 6-402?

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Is this the official text of Maryland law?

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