Md. Code, Transportation § 21-901.1
This is the official text of Md. Code, Transportation § 21-901.1, part of Maryland’s Code, Transportation — governs vehicles, drivers, and roadways.
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§21–901.
Official statutory text
§21–901.1.
(a) A person is guilty of reckless driving if the person drives a motor vehicle:
(1) In wanton or willful disregard for the safety of persons or property;
(2) In a manner that indicates a wanton or willful disregard for the safety of persons or property; or
(3) At a speed at least 30 miles per hour above the posted speed limit.
(b) A person is guilty of negligent driving if the person drives a motor vehicle in a careless or imprudent manner that endangers any property or the life or person of any individual.
(c) (1) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (a) of this section is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 60 days or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.
(2) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (b) of this section is subject to a fine not exceeding $750.
(a) A person is guilty of reckless driving if the person drives a motor vehicle:
(1) In wanton or willful disregard for the safety of persons or property;
(2) In a manner that indicates a wanton or willful disregard for the safety of persons or property; or
(3) At a speed at least 30 miles per hour above the posted speed limit.
(b) A person is guilty of negligent driving if the person drives a motor vehicle in a careless or imprudent manner that endangers any property or the life or person of any individual.
(c) (1) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (a) of this section is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 60 days or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.
(2) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (b) of this section is subject to a fine not exceeding $750.
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