2015 Maryland Code
NATURAL RESOURCES
Title 8 - WATERS
Subtitle 7 - STATE BOAT ACT
§ 8-703.3 - Aquatic invasive species -- Decontamination of vessels.
(a) Applicability. -- This section applies to a vessel that is operated in a lake that is owned or managed by the State.
(b) In general. -- After April 1, 2017, an owner of a vessel may not place the vessel or have the vessel placed in a lake at a public launch ramp or public dock unless the owner has cleaned the vessel and removed all visible organic material.
(c) Penalty. -- An owner of a vessel who violates this section is subject to a civil penalty not exceeding:
(1) $ 100 for a first violation;
(2) $ 250 for a second violation; and
(3) $ 500 for a third or subsequent violation.
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