Md. Code, Local Government § 12-508
Md. Code, Local Government § 12-508
in effect(a) This section applies to all counties, except Baltimore City.
(b) This section does not apply to fire hydrants in a municipality.
(c) The governing body of a county may, by resolution, regulate the location and construction of fire hydrants.
(d) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a person who violates a resolution adopted under this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $100.
(2) In Calvert County, a person who violates a resolution adopted under this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500.
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