§ 7-2. Scope of subtitle.

This subtitle does not apply to:

(1) an individual transporting or selling materials that were formerly incorporated into the structure or utility system of a dwelling owned by that individual;

(2) an individual transporting or selling, for recycling purposes, newspapers or aluminum beverage containers; or

(3) any of the following entities or their authorized officers or employees:

(i) a licensed scrap metal dealer;

(ii) a public utility corporation;

(iii) a governmental agency;

(iv) a licensed electrical or plumbing contractor;

(v) a licensed automotive dismantler and recycler;

(vi) a licensed demolition contractor;

(vii) an industrial plant or other business that regularly generates scrap as a byproduct of its activities; or

(viii) a charitable organization.