# Subtitle 44 – Scavenging Recyclable Materials

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

## § 44-1 “Scavenging” defined.

Balt., Md., Code art. 19, § 44-1 (2026)

“Scavenging” means removing recyclable materials from a designated recycling container or area without approval from the owner or operator of the recycling operation designated to recover and process the materials.

*History: Ord. 91-665*

## § 44-2 Prohibited conduct.

Balt., Md., Code art. 19, § 44-2 (2026)

It is unlawful for any person not authorized by the Director of Public Works to remove or cause to be removed, any materials separated for the purpose of recycling and set at curbside or other pick-up locations for collection by authorized collectors.

*History: Ord. 91-665*

*History: Ord. 15-435*

## § 44-3

Balt., Md., Code art. 19, § 44-3 (2026)

Reserved

## § 44-4 Penalties.

Balt., Md., Code art. 19, § 44-4 (2026)

Any person violating a provision of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction thereof, shall be fined not more than $500.

*History: Ord. 91-665*