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§ 2–210

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Crim. Proc. § 2-210 (2026)
Title 2. Law Enforcement Procedures; Arrest Process
Subtitle 2. Warrantless Arrests

§ 2–210Copy Citation

(a)
If a person employed as a watchman or guard believes that a person is trespassing on posted property that is used for a defense-related activity as defined in § 9-701 of the Criminal Law Article, the employee may detain the person and notify a law enforcement officer.
(b)
If a law enforcement officer has probable cause to believe that a person has trespassed on posted property that is used for a defense-related activity as defined in § 9-701 of the Criminal Law Article, the law enforcement officer may arrest the person without a warrant for a violation of § 9-702 or § 9-703 of the Criminal Law Article.