Maryland Transportation Article Title 25 Subtitle 2 establishes uniform procedures for identifying, removing, storing, and disposing of abandoned vehicles, allowing local enforcement under a state-prescribed notice and titling process.
Under MD Transportation 25-201 through 25-211, a vehicle is abandoned if left on public property over 48 hours, on private property without consent, or inoperable for extended periods. Police agencies may impound vehicles, and the MVA issues salvage or junk certificates after statutory notice to the owner and lienholders. Owners typically receive certified mail notice and at least 21 days to reclaim the vehicle before sale. Storage liens, towing fees, and auction proceeds are governed by Title 21 of the Commercial Law Article.
Abandoning a vehicle is a misdemeanor with fines up to $500 and may include impoundment costs, towing fees, and storage charges.
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