Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1124
This is the official text of Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1124, part of Maryland’s Code, Transportation — governs vehicles, drivers, and roadways.
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§21–1124.
Official statutory text
(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
(2) “9–1–1 system” has the meaning stated in § 1–301 of the Public Safety Article.
(3) “Wireless communication device” means a handheld or hands–free device used to access a wireless telephone service.
(b) This section does not apply to the use of a wireless communication device:
(1) To contact a 9–1–1 system; or
(2) As a text messaging device as defined in § 21–1124.1 of this subtitle.
(c) An individual who is under the age of 18 years may not use a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle.
(d) (1) If the Administration receives satisfactory evidence that an individual has violated this section, the Administration:
(i) May suspend the individual’s driver’s license for not more than 90 days; and
(ii) May issue a restricted license for the period of suspension that is limited to driving a motor vehicle:
1. In the course of the individual’s employment;
2. For the purpose of driving to or from a place of employment; or
3. For the purpose of driving to or from school.
(2) An individual may request a hearing as provided for a suspension or revocation under Title 12, Subtitle 2 of this article.
(2) “9–1–1 system” has the meaning stated in § 1–301 of the Public Safety Article.
(3) “Wireless communication device” means a handheld or hands–free device used to access a wireless telephone service.
(b) This section does not apply to the use of a wireless communication device:
(1) To contact a 9–1–1 system; or
(2) As a text messaging device as defined in § 21–1124.1 of this subtitle.
(c) An individual who is under the age of 18 years may not use a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle.
(d) (1) If the Administration receives satisfactory evidence that an individual has violated this section, the Administration:
(i) May suspend the individual’s driver’s license for not more than 90 days; and
(ii) May issue a restricted license for the period of suspension that is limited to driving a motor vehicle:
1. In the course of the individual’s employment;
2. For the purpose of driving to or from a place of employment; or
3. For the purpose of driving to or from school.
(2) An individual may request a hearing as provided for a suspension or revocation under Title 12, Subtitle 2 of this article.
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