§ 22-611. Operation of a commercial motor vehicle equipped with engine brakes

MD Transp Code § 22-611 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    In this section, “engine brake” means an add–on engine compression brake for diesel engines.

(b)    A person may not operate a commercial motor vehicle equipped with an engine brake unless the engine brake is connected to a properly functioning exhaust muffler system in constant operation when the vehicle’s ignition is engaged.

(c)    A person may not disable the exhaust muffler system of a commercial motor vehicle that is equipped with an engine brake except to make a bona fide repair or replacement.

(d)    A person convicted of a violation of this section is subject to:

(1)    For a first offense, a fine of not less than $250 and not exceeding $1,000; and

(2)    For a second or subsequent offense, a fine of not less than $500 and not exceeding $1,000.