(a) Generally. The Chief of Police may appoint, train, provide uniforms for, and equip the number of school crossing guards that the Chief of Police considers necessary for the safety of children at school crossings. School crossing guards are subject to the rules and regulations adopted by the Chief of Police, are under the supervision of the Chief of Police, and are under the direct supervision of the police officers assigned by the Chief of Police. They are not a part of the police force and are not entitled to the retirement benefits of members of the police force. School crossing guards may direct traffic at all school crossings and other places along the public highways in the County as the Chief of Police determines.
(b) Failure to obey school crossing guard order. A person may not fail to obey a lawful order of a school crossing guard. A person who violates any provision of this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $25.
(1985 Code, Art. 18, § 3-102)