§ 13-626. Shuttle permits

MD Transp Code § 13-626 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    (1)    In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2)    “Shuttle” means a procession of new vehicles being moved between a maritime port facility and a temporary storage area that is not more than 5 miles distant.

(3)    “Shuttle permit” means a permit authorizing a registered vehicle to lead a shuttle on a highway.

(b)    The Administration may issue shuttle permits to a person submitting an application that shall be on a form and contain the information that the Administration requires.

(c)    The Administration shall charge a fee for shuttle permits, not to exceed the cost of procurement and issuance of the permits.

(d)    When a vehicle is leading a shuttle on a highway, a shuttle permit shall be displayed on the dashboard of the vehicle.

(e)    When operated under the provisions of this section, a vehicle in a shuttle shall be covered by the required security contained in Title 17 of this article.

(f)    A vehicle in a shuttle may not be operated on a highway except on the most direct route between the authorized points.

(g)    In addition to any other penalty provided in this article, a violation of any of the provisions of this section may result in the suspension or revocation of a person’s authorization for obtaining shuttle permits.