# Transportation (GTR)

## Title 21. Vehicle Laws -- Rules of the Road

### Subtitle 9. Reckless, Negligent, or Impaired Driving; Fleeing or Eluding Police

#### Section 21-901.1

(a) A person is guilty of reckless driving if the person drives a motor vehicle:

  (1) In wanton or willful disregard for the safety of persons or property;

  (2) In a manner that indicates a wanton or willful disregard for the safety of persons or property; or

  (3) At a speed at least 30 miles per hour above the posted speed limit.

(b) A person is guilty of negligent driving if the person drives a motor vehicle in a careless or imprudent manner that endangers any property or the life or person of any individual.

(c)

  (1) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (a) of this section is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 60 days or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

  (2) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (b) of this section is subject to a fine not exceeding $750.

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