# Criminal Law (GCR)

## Title 6. Crimes Against Property

### Subtitle 5. Crimes Involving Railroads

#### Section 6-502

(a) In this section, "railroad" includes a switch, frog, rail, roadbed, tie, viaduct, bridge, trestle, culvert, embankment, structure, or appliance that pertains to or connects with a railroad.

(b) A person may not, with the intent to obstruct or derail a railroad vehicle in the State:

  (1) break or damage a railroad; or

  (2) place or cause anything to be placed on a railroad.

(c) A person who violates this section is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 10 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.

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