§ 10–301
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Crim. Law § 10-301 (2026)
Title 10. Crimes Against Public Health, Conduct, and Sensibilities
Subtitle 3. Hate Crimes
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(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)
“Gender identity” has the meaning stated in § 20–101 of the State Government Article.
(c)
“Homeless” means:
(1)
lacking a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence; or
(2)
having a primary nighttime residence that is:
(i)
a supervised publicly or privately operated shelter designed to provide temporary living accommodations; or
(ii)
a public or private place not designed for or ordinarily used as a regular sleeping accommodation for human beings.
(d)
“Sexual orientation” means the identification of an individual as to male or female homosexuality, heterosexuality, or bisexuality.