Maryland § 8-801
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8-801, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-801.
(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b) “Automobile graveyard” means an establishment or place of business that is maintained, operated, or used for storing wrecked, scrapped, ruined, or dismantled motor vehicles or motor vehicle parts.
(c) “Automotive dismantler and recycler facility” means an establishment or place of business that is maintained, operated, or used for storing, keeping, buying, or selling wrecked, scrapped, ruined, or dismantled motor vehicles or motor vehicle parts. All requirements in any statute, rule, or regulation applicable to automobile graveyards also apply to automobile dismantler and recycler facilities.
(d) “Junk” means old or scrap copper, brass, rope, rags, batteries, paper, trash, rubber debris, waste, iron, steel, and any other old or scrap material.
(e) “Junkyard” means an establishment or place of business that is maintained, operated, or used:
(1) For storing, keeping, buying, or selling junk;
(2) For an automobile graveyard; or
(3) As a garbage dump or sanitary fill.
(f) “Main traveled way” has the meaning stated in § 8–701 of this title.
(g) “Primary highway” means any State highway that is designated under this title as a primary highway and approved by the United States Secretary of Transportation under Title 23 of the United States Code.
(h) “Scrap metal processing facility” means an establishment:
(1) That has facilities for processing iron, steel, or nonferrous scrap metal; and
(2) The principal product of which is scrap iron, scrap steel, or nonferrous scrap for sale only for resmelting purposes.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8-801
What does Maryland Code § 8-801 cover?
Section 8-801 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 § 8-801?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 8-801" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.
How does Maryland § 8-801 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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