(a) Definition. In this section, “litter” has the meaning stated in § 10-110 of the Criminal Law Article of the State Code.
(b) Prohibitions. A person may not:
(1) dispose of litter on a County road or violate State vehicle laws regarding the disposal of litter, glass, or other prohibited substances on roads; or
(2) dispose of or cause to allow the disposal of litter on public or private property unless:
(i) the property is designated by the State, a unit of the State, or a political subdivision of the State for the disposal of litter and the person is authorized by the proper public authority to use the property; or
(ii) the litter is placed into a garbage or solid waste receptacle or container on the property.
(c) Violations. A person who violates any provision of this section is subject to:
(1) a civil fine in the amount of $250 for the first violation, $750 for the second violation, and $1,000 for the third or any subsequent violation, and all applicable provisions of § 9-2-101 of this Code; or
(2) the penalties set forth in § 10-110 of the Criminal Law Article of the State Code.
(Bill No. 19-21; Bill No. 62-22)