§ 59-24 Mini- and pistol-crossbows.
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. 19, § 59-24 (2026)
§ 59-24 Mini- and pistol-crossbows.LinkCopy Citation
(a)Definitions.
(1)In general.
As used in this section, the following words have the meanings indicated unless their context clearly indicates otherwise.
(2)Mini-crossbow; pistol-crossbow.
“Mini-crossbow” or “pistol-crossbow” means a weapon:
(i)
consisting of a bow fixed across a stock or pistol-shaped device having a groove or barrel for the arrow or similar missile and a mechanism for holding and releasing the string;
(ii)
used for shooting arrows or similar missiles; and
(iii)
having an overall length of less than 18 inches.
(b)Possession or sale, etc., prohibited.
A person shall not wear, carry, possess, sell, purchase, transfer, give, or trade a mini-crossbow or pistol-crossbow in the City of Baltimore.
(c)Exceptions.
The provisions of this section shall not apply to:
(1)
a sworn police officer;
(2)
a museum or similar institution for historical display purposes; or
(3)
a demonstration by an organization at a public event approved by the Police Commissioner of Baltimore City.
(d)Penalties.
Any person who violates a provision of this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine of not more than $500 or imprisonment for not more than 90 days or both fine and imprisonment.
History: Ord. 94-320
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