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§ 12–917

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Pub. Safety § 12-917 (2026)
Title 12. Building and Material Codes; Other Safety Provisions
Subtitle 9. Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety Act

§ 12–917Copy Citation

(a)
A person may not:
(1)
willfully and persistently operate in the State a boiler or pressure vessel, except a pressure vessel covered by an owner-user inspection service as provided by this subtitle, without a certificate;
(2)
operate in the State a boiler or pressure vessel at a pressure exceeding that specified on the certificate; or
(3)
interfere with or impede the official duties of the Commissioner, an authorized representative of the Commissioner, or a member of the Board.
(b)
A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject for each violation to imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.