{"data":{"id":"us-md/md.-code-criminal-law-3-806","jurisdiction":"us-md","citation":"Md. Code, Criminal Law § 3–806","heading":"","body":"(a) In this section, “laser pointer” means a device that emits light amplified by the stimulated emission of radiation that is visible to the human eye.\n(b) This section may not be construed to apply to the use of a laser pointer:\n(1) for educational purposes by individuals engaged in an organized meeting or training class; or\n(2) during the normal course of work or trade activities.\n(c) A person may not knowingly use a laser pointer to illuminate another in a public place in a manner that harasses or endangers the other.\n(d) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500.","path":["Article - Criminal Law"],"source_url":"https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Laws/StatuteText?article=gcr\u0026section=3-806","current_through":"2026-01-01","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-14T19:57:08Z","sha256":"2a1f0ec96d8f52e9d22aa370b7b0cf143c5eb8d84d1a443332de0e3455f7299a","source_id":"us-md","stale":false,"prev":"us-md/md.-code-criminal-law-3-805.1","next":"us-md/md.-code-criminal-law-3-807"},"notice":"GroundRules: Original legal text. Not legal advice."}