# Public Utilities (GPU)

## Title 9. Carrier Companies

### Subtitle 3. Maryland Railroad Companies

#### Section 9-310

(a) A railroad that crosses or connects with another railroad may use the track or roadway of the other railroad, for up to 5 miles, to move locomotives, cars, and tonnage.

(b) The rate of tolls that a railroad charges under this section for locomotives, cars, and tonnage may not exceed the rate per ton per mile, or proportionate part of a mile used, that the railroad charges for through freight per ton per mile.

(c) A railroad company that violates this section is liable to an aggrieved party in a civil action for an amount not less than $500 and not exceeding $1,000 for each day of noncompliance.

---

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