# Criminal Law (GCR)

## Title 3. Other Crimes Against the Person

### Subtitle 2. Assault, Reckless Endangerment, and Related Crimes

#### Section 3-204

(a) A person may not recklessly:

  (1) engage in conduct that creates a substantial risk of death or serious physical injury to another; or

  (2) discharge a firearm from a motor vehicle in a manner that creates a substantial risk of death or serious physical injury to another.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of the misdemeanor of reckless endangerment and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.

(c)

  (1) Subsection (a)(1) of this section does not apply to conduct involving:

    (i) the use of a motor vehicle, as defined in Sec. 11-135 of the Transportation Article; or

    (ii) the manufacture, production, or sale of a product or commodity.

  (2) Subsection (a)(2) of this section does not apply to:

    (i) a law enforcement officer or security guard in the performance of an official duty; or

    (ii) an individual acting in defense of a crime of violence as defined in Sec. 5-101 of the Public Safety Article.

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