Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 7 - Miscellaneous Safety Provisions
Section 12-704 - Use of Structural Iron or Steel Beams or Girders With Studs or Reinforcing Shear Connectors

(a)    A person may not erect structural steel or iron beams or girders with shear composite studs, other studs, or reinforcing shear connectors, unless these devices are attached after the erection is completed of all structural members or forming or decking of a particular floor or deck level or span of a bridge or area between transverse floor beams.
    (b)    A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $100 for each violation.