In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. “Covered officer” means, except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, an officer who may: Make an arrest with or without a warrant for violations of the United States Code; and Carry firearms in the performance of the officer’s duties. “Covered officer” does not include a law enforcement officer, as defined in § 1–101 of the Public Safety Article, acting under the authority of a joint task force that primarily enforces the United States Code. “Law” includes: The U.S. Constitution; and The laws of the United States.