(a) A person may not follow another in or about a public place or maliciously engage in a course of conduct that alarms or seriously annoys the other:
(1) with the intent to harass, alarm, or annoy the other;
(2) after receiving a reasonable warning or request to stop by or on behalf of the other; and
(3) without a legal purpose.
(b) This section does not apply to a peaceable activity intended to express a political view or provide information to others.
(c) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to:
(1) for a first offense, imprisonment not exceeding 90 days or a fine not exceeding $500 or both; and
(2) for a second or subsequent offense, imprisonment not exceeding 180 days or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 3 - Other Crimes Against the Person
Subtitle 8 - Stalking and Harassment
Section 3-801 - "Course of Conduct" Defined
Section 3-804 - Misuse of Telephone Facilities and Equipment
Section 3-805 - Misuse of Electronic Communication or Interactive Computer Service
Section 3-805.1 - Spam Deterrence
Section 3-806 - Misuse of Laser Pointer
Section 3-807 - Misuse of Laser Pointer -- Aiming at Aircraft