§ 16–817
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Transp. § 16-817 (2026)
Title 16. Vehicle Laws -- Drivers' Licenses
Subtitle 8. Maryland Commercial Driver's License Act
§ 16–817LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Except as provided in subsections (b) and (c) of this section, the Administration may not issue a commercial driver’s license or a commercial driver’s instructional permit to any individual:
(1)
Who is not a resident of Maryland; and
(2)
Who is not at least 21 years of age.
(b)
The Administration may issue a Class A, B, or C commercial driver’s license or a commercial driver’s instructional permit to an individual under the age of 21, if the individual is at least 18 years of age. The license:
(1)
May not include a hazardous materials endorsement;
(2)
May not be valid for commercial interstate operation except as permitted by 49 C.F.R. Parts 390 to 399; and
(3)
Shall be valid for commercial intrastate and all noncommercial operation.
(c)
Consistent with the Code of Federal Regulations, the Administration may issue a commercial driver’s license to an applicant domiciled in a foreign country.