Maryland Criminal Law Section 6-402

Article - Criminal Law

§ 6-402.

      (a)      A person may not enter or trespass on property that is posted conspicuously against trespass by:

            (1)      signs placed where they reasonably may be seen; or

            (2)      paint marks that:

                  (i)      conform with regulations that the Department of Natural Resources adopts under § 5-209 of the Natural Resources Article; and

                  (ii)      are made on trees or posts that are located:

                        1.      at each road entrance to the property; and

                        2.      adjacent to public roadways, public waterways, and other land adjoining the property.

      (b)      A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 90 days or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.



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