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It is not legal for delivery companies to dump mulch on public roadways in Anne Arundel County, as it is a violation of county ordinances prohibiting yard waste and litter from being deposited in public rights-of-way, storm drains, or waterways. This action can result in civil fines, and potentially more severe penalties for large amounts or commercial gain, says American Legal Publishing (https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/annearundel/latest/annearundelco_md/0-0-0-111519) and the Anne Arundel County Government (https://www.aacounty.org/sites/default/files/2023-04/LS-19-21.pdf). • County Ordinances: Section 13-1-107 of the county code explicitly forbids "raking, blowing, or otherwise depositing leaves, grass clippings or other yard waste, or litter, trash or rubbish on or into a County right-of-way, storm drain, or waterway," notes Anne Arundel County Bureau of Watershed Protection and Restoration (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=2372690742855487&id=285950128196236&set=a.285953751529207). • Penalties: Violating this ordinance is considered a Class D civil offense, which is subject to a civil fine. For commercial entities or those dumping large quantities, the penalties can be more severe and may include fines up to $30,000 or imprisonment, according to Anne Arundel County and the Maryland Department of the Environment (https://mde.maryland.gov/programs/land/RecyclingandOperationsprogram/Pages/Trashing-Litter-in-Maryland.aspx).
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