§ 12–504
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't § 12-504 (2026)
Title 12. Other Powers of Counties -- Generally
Subtitle 5. Public Roads
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(a)
This section applies to all counties, except Baltimore City.
(b)
This section does not apply to a public road in a municipality.
(c)
The governing body of a county:
(1)
may open, alter, or close a county road;
(2)
has control over and may adopt rules and regulations for work on county roads; and
(3)
may pay the cost of work on county roads.
(d)
(1)
The governing body of a county may regulate, by resolution:
(i)
vehicle parking on county roads; and
(ii)
the construction, maintenance, repair, and cleaning of sidewalks.
(2)
A county shall provide for public notice of the regulations on vehicle parking.
(e)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a person who violates a resolution adopted under this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $100.
(2)
In Calvert County, a person who violates a resolution adopted under this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500.