§ 6-502. Interference with railroad

MD Crim Law Code § 6-502 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    In this section, “railroad” includes a switch, frog, rail, roadbed, tie, viaduct, bridge, trestle, culvert, embankment, structure, or appliance that pertains to or connects with a railroad.

(b)    A person may not, with the intent to obstruct or derail a railroad vehicle in the State:

(1)    break or damage a railroad; or

(2)    place or cause anything to be placed on a railroad.

(c)    A person who violates this section is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 10 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.