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§ 22-4 License required.

Current through 2026-07-17. Source: City of Balt., Md., Ord. 26-129. Published by the Baltimore City Department of Legislative Reference.

Balt., Md., Code art. 15, § 22-4 (2026)

§ 22-4 License required.Copy Citation

(a)In general.
(1)
It shall be unlawful for any person to engage in a towing service in Baltimore City without a valid towing license issued by the Director of Consumer Protection and Business Licensing.
(2)
The license is renewable annually.
(b)Exemptions.
The provisions of this section shall not apply to:
(1)
persons towing their own motor vehicles;
(2)
a motor vehicle towed with permission of the owner or operator of the motor vehicle;
(3)
a towing service that tows without any charge, fees, or dues connected therewith;
(4)
a towing service that tows a motor vehicle into or through Baltimore City, from a point outside the City;
(5)
the transportation of motor vehicles for sale to and from licensed automobile dealers; or
(6)
a towing service owned and operated by the government of the United States, State of Maryland, Baltimore City, or any other governmental entity.
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