§ 12–527
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't § 12-527 (2026)
Title 12. Other Powers of Counties -- Generally
Subtitle 5. Public Roads
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(a)
This section applies only to:
(1)
Allegany County;
(2)
Baltimore County;
(3)
Calvert County;
(4)
Carroll County;
(5)
Cecil County;
(6)
Frederick County;
(7)
Garrett County;
(8)
Harford County;
(9)
Howard County;
(10)
Montgomery County;
(11)
Prince George’s County;
(12)
St. Mary’s County; and
(13)
Washington County.
(b)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the governing body of a county may adopt and enforce rules and regulations relating to the maximum size and weight of motor vehicles that may be operated on county roads.
(2)
The governing body of a county may not set the maximum weight under paragraph (1) of this subsection at a weight greater than the maximum allowed by the public general laws of the State.
(3)
Rules and regulations adopted under this subsection shall:
(i)
have a reasonable relationship to the construction, use, and character of the road; and
(ii)
be designed to assure the continued safety and good condition of the road.
(c)
A person who violates a rule or regulation adopted under this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 60 days or a fine not exceeding $1,000.