# Criminal Law (GCR)

## Title 10. Crimes Against Public Health, Conduct, and Sensibilities

### Subtitle 3. Hate Crimes

#### Section 10-302

A person may not deface, damage, or destroy, or attempt or threaten to deface, damage, or destroy, personal or real property that is owned, leased, or used by a religious entity or for any religious purpose including:

(1) a place of worship;

(2) a cemetery;

(3) a religious school, educational facility, or community center; and

(4) the grounds adjacent to them.

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