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§ 10–704

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Crim. Law § 10-704 (2026)
Title 10. Crimes Against Public Health, Conduct, and Sensibilities
Subtitle 7. Maryland Uniform Flag Law

§ 10–704Copy Citation

(a)
A person may not intentionally mutilate, deface, destroy, burn, trample, or use a flag:
(1)
in a manner intended to incite or produce an imminent breach of the peace; and
(2)
under circumstances likely to incite or produce an imminent breach of the peace.
(b)
A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.