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§ 9–502

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Crim. Law § 9-502 (2026)
Title 9. Crimes Against Public Administration
Subtitle 5. False Statements

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(a)
A person who is arrested by a law enforcement officer of the State, of a county, municipal corporation, or other political subdivision of the State, or of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Police may not knowingly, and with intent to deceive, make a false statement to a law enforcement officer concerning the person’s identity, address, or date of birth.
(b)
A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.