Md. Code, Criminal Law § 6-101
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§6–101.
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(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b) (1) “Dwelling” means a structure any part of which has been adapted for overnight accommodation of an individual, regardless of whether an individual is actually present.
(2) “Dwelling” includes a kitchen, shop, barn, stable, or outbuilding that is a parcel to, belongs to, or adjoins the dwelling.
(c) “Maliciously” means acting with intent to harm a person or property.
(d) (1) “Structure” means a building or other construction, a vehicle, or watercraft.
(2) “Structure” includes a:
(i) barn, stable, pier, wharf, and any facility attached to a pier or wharf;
(ii) tent, public building, or public bridge; and
(iii) railroad car.
(e) “Willfully” means acting intentionally, knowingly, and purposely.
(b) (1) “Dwelling” means a structure any part of which has been adapted for overnight accommodation of an individual, regardless of whether an individual is actually present.
(2) “Dwelling” includes a kitchen, shop, barn, stable, or outbuilding that is a parcel to, belongs to, or adjoins the dwelling.
(c) “Maliciously” means acting with intent to harm a person or property.
(d) (1) “Structure” means a building or other construction, a vehicle, or watercraft.
(2) “Structure” includes a:
(i) barn, stable, pier, wharf, and any facility attached to a pier or wharf;
(ii) tent, public building, or public bridge; and
(iii) railroad car.
(e) “Willfully” means acting intentionally, knowingly, and purposely.
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