Section 6-502 - Interference with railroad.

§ 6-502. Interference with railroad.
 

(a)  "Railroad" defined.- In this section, "railroad" includes a switch, frog, rail, roadbed, tie, viaduct, bridge, trestle, culvert, embankment, structure, or appliance that pertains to or connects with a railroad. 

(b)  Prohibited.- A person may not, with the intent to obstruct or derail a railroad vehicle in the State: 

(1) break or damage a railroad; or 

(2) place or cause anything to be placed on a railroad. 

(c)  Penalty.- A person who violates this section is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 10 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both. 
 

[An. Code 1957, art. 27, § 453A; 2002, ch. 26, § 2.]