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(a) In this section, “checkpoint” means a predetermined fixed location at which a police officer stops a motor vehicle or a specific sequence of motor vehicles to conduct safety inspections, inspect drivers' licenses or registrations, or evaluate drivers for impairment.
(b) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, a police officer at a motor vehicle checkpoint may not target only motorcycles for inspection or evaluation.
(c) A police officer at a motor vehicle checkpoint established as part of a police search or investigation may target motorcycles as appropriate.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Maryland Code, Transportation § 25-114 - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/md/transportation/md-code-trans-sect-25-114/
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