# Public Safety (GPS)

## Title 3. Law Enforcement

### Subtitle 4. Maryland Railroad Police Act

#### Section 3-402

Each railroad company located wholly or partly in the State may apply for the appointment of railroad police officers:

(1) to protect property, patrons, passengers, tenants, employees, equipment, and services; and

(2) to preserve peace and order on railroad premises, easements, appurtenant property, trains, cars, and other vehicles.

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