Unannotated Code of Maryland (Last Updated: May 16, 2014) |
PUBLIC UTILITIES |
DIVISION I. PUBLIC SERVICES AND UTILITIES |
TITLE 9. CARRIER COMPANIES |
SUBTITLE 3. MARYLAND RAILROAD COMPANIES |
§ 9-313. Protection of highway crossing -- Warning signs
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(a) Signs at highway crossings. -- At each place where its tracks cross a public highway, a Maryland railroad company shall erect signs high enough to allow all vehicles to pass and with large and distinct letters that warn of the proximity of the railroad crossing and of the necessity to look for trains.
(b) Liability. -- A Maryland railroad company that neglects or refuses to comply with the requirements of this section is liable for any resulting injuries to individuals or damages to property.