§ 3–406

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Pub. Safety § 3-406 (2026)

Title 3. Law Enforcement

Subtitle 4. Maryland Railroad Police Act

(a)

Each railroad police officer has all the powers granted to a peace or police officer.

(b)

A railroad police officer may exercise the powers granted under this subtitle only if the railroad police officer:

(1)

is on real or personal property owned, leased, operated, or controlled by the railroad company that employs the railroad police officer;

(2)

is in fresh pursuit of a suspect;

(3)

is requested or authorized to act by the executive officer or chief police officer of a county; or

(4)

is ordered to act by the Governor.