# Environment (GEN)

## Title 8. Radiation

### Subtitle 3. Regulation of Radiation Sources

#### Section 8-302

Whenever the Secretary finds that an emergency exists, the Secretary may order the impoundment of any source of ionizing radiation that is in the possession of any person:

(1) Who is not equipped to meet the requirements of this subtitle or the rules and regulations adopted under this subtitle; or

(2) Who violates the provisions of this subtitle or the rules or regulations adopted under this subtitle.

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