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Terms Used In Maryland Code, CRIMINAL LAW 6-101

  • Person: includes an individual, receiver, trustee, guardian, personal representative, fiduciary, representative of any kind, corporation, partnership, business trust, statutory trust, limited liability company, firm, association, or other nongovernmental entity. See
(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) (1) “Dwelling” means a structure any part of which has been adapted for overnight accommodation of an individual, regardless of whether an individual is actually present.

(2) “Dwelling” includes a kitchen, shop, barn, stable, or outbuilding that is a parcel to, belongs to, or adjoins the dwelling.

(c) “Maliciously” means acting with intent to harm a person or property.

(d) (1) “Structure” means a building or other construction, a vehicle, or watercraft.

(2) “Structure” includes a:

(i) barn, stable, pier, wharf, and any facility attached to a pier or wharf;

(ii) tent, public building, or public bridge; and

(iii) railroad car.

(e) “Willfully” means acting intentionally, knowingly, and purposely.