§ 1-3. Obstructing pedestrians and vehicles.

(a) Prohibited conduct.

Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, it is unlawful for any railroad company or other person to place or cause to be placed any railroad car, locomotive, or other vehicle on any railroad track at a cross street or intersection in any manner that obstructs the passage of pedestrians or vehicles for more than 5 minutes.

(b) Exception.

This section does not apply to the extent that the placement is authorized by and complies with:

(1) a rule, regulation, or directive of the Director of Transportation; or

(2) a contract approved by the Board of Estimates and entered into by the railroad company or other person and the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore.

(c) Penalties.

Any person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine of not more than $500 for each offense.