- Jul 29, 2014
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You can't leave things on public land; it's littering. And you shouldn't leave things on public land because the land is for everyone to use and enjoy. Practically speaking, if you put out a trail cam discretely and take it down after a few weeks or months, no one is going to bother you. If you put it up in an obvious place, someone might take it. If law enforcement officer witnessed you setting up or taking down a trail camera, I suppose you could get a citation.
2010 Maryland Code
CRIMINAL LAW
TITLE 10 - CRIMES AGAINST PUBLIC HEALTH, CONDUCT, AND SENSIBILITIES.]
A bit of a stretch IMHO.
As long as it isn't nailed or screwed or bolted on(ie, permanently attached), I would think you would be okay as long as you move it within 24 hrs..