# Criminal Law (GCR)

## Title 9. Crimes Against Public Administration

### Subtitle 6. Interference With Government Operations

#### Section 9-604

(a) A person may not knowingly make or cause to be made a false:

  (1) fire alarm; or

  (2) call for an ambulance or rescue squad.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 5 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)