§ 17–104.2
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Transp. § 17-104.2 (2026)
Title 17. Vehicle Laws -- Required Security
Subtitle 1. General Security Provisions
§ 17–104.2LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this section, “Fund” means the Uninsured Motorist Education and Enforcement Fund administered by the Uninsured Division of the Maryland Automobile Insurance Fund under § 20–611 of the Insurance Article.
(b)
The operator of a motor vehicle that is required to be registered in this State shall:
(1)
Be in possession of, or carry in the motor vehicle, evidence of the required security for the motor vehicle, when operating the motor vehicle on a highway in the State; and
(2)
Present evidence of the required security on the request of a law enforcement officer.
(c)
(1)
An insurance identification card issued by or on behalf of a motor vehicle insurer under § 19–504.1 of the Insurance Article is a form of evidence of the required security for the motor vehicle.
(2)
Evidence of the required security may be produced in electronic format, including display of electronic images on a cellular phone or any other type of portable electronic device.
(d)
(1)
A person who violates subsection (b) of this section is subject to a fine of $50.
(2)
The fine under paragraph (1) of this subsection:
(i)
May be waived; and
(ii)
Shall be deposited in the Fund.
(e)
The Administration may adopt regulations to carry out this section.