§ 2–304
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Crim. Proc. § 2-304 (2026)
Title 2. Law Enforcement Procedures; Arrest Process
Subtitle 3. Fresh Pursuit
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(a)
In Part II of this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)
“Fresh pursuit” includes:
(1)
fresh pursuit as defined by the common law; and
(2)
pursuit without unreasonable delay, but not necessarily instant pursuit, of a person who:
(i)
has committed or is reasonably suspected of having committed a felony; or
(ii)
is suspected of having committed a felony, although a felony has not been committed, if there is reasonable ground for believing that a felony has been committed.
(c)
“State” means a state of the United States or the District of Columbia.