# Criminal Procedure (GCP)

## Title 2. Law Enforcement Procedures; Arrest Process

### Subtitle 2. Warrantless Arrests

#### Section 2-210

(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 Sec. 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 Sec. 9-701 of the Criminal Law Article, the law enforcement officer may arrest the person without a warrant for a violation of Sec. 9-702 or Sec. 9-703 of the Criminal Law Article.

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Md. Code Ann., Crim. Proc. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)