Maryland § 8-738.3
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8-738.3, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-738.3.
(a) This section applies to the following:
(1) A vessel required to be registered with the Department under this subtitle;
(2) A vessel required to have a valid number awarded in accordance with a federal law or a federally approved numbering system of another state; and
(3) A vessel from a foreign country using the waters of the State.
(b) A person may not operate or attempt to operate a vessel on the waters of the State while the person is prohibited from operating a vessel on the waters of the State under § 8–738(e)(3)(i) of this subtitle.
(c) Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, a person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction:
(1) For a first offense, shall be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000 or imprisonment for not more than 1 year or both;
(2) For a second offense, shall be subject to a fine of not more than $2,000 or imprisonment for not more than 2 years or both; and
(3) For a third or subsequent offense, shall be subject to a fine of not more than $3,000 or imprisonment for not more than 3 years or both.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8-738.3
What does Maryland Code § 8-738.3 cover?
Section 8-738.3 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 § 8-738.3?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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