# Criminal Law (GCR)

## Title 6. Crimes Against Property

### Subtitle 1. Arson and Burning

#### Section 6-108

(a) A person may not willfully and maliciously set fire to or burn the contents of a dumpster or trash receptacle that belongs to another.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 30 days or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.

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