Maryland HB591 prohibits standing in inherently dangerous roadways, shoulders, median dividers, or intersections in Wicomico County.

Maryland HB591, known as the Wicomico County - Highway Pedestrian Safety Act, prohibits individuals from standing in roadways, shoulders, median dividers, or intersections deemed inherently dangerous by the county or a municipal corporation in Wicomico County. The act defines "inherently dangerous" as posing a serious risk of injury that cannot be mitigated by reasonable precautions. A police officer may not issue a citation for a violation unless appropriate signs are installed to notify the public of the prohibition. The act takes effect on June 1, 2026.

Maryland HB591 prohibits standing in inherently dangerous roadways, shoulders, median dividers, or intersections in Wicomico County.

Maryland HB591, known as the Wicomico County - Highway Pedestrian Safety Act, prohibits individuals from standing in roadways, shoulders, median dividers, or intersections deemed inherently dangerous by the county or a municipal corporation in Wicomico County. The act defines "inherently dangerous" as posing a serious risk of injury that cannot be mitigated by reasonable precautions. A police officer may not issue a citation for a violation unless appropriate signs are installed to notify the public of the prohibition. The act takes effect on June 1, 2026.