Leash Laws Too Binding? County Considers: Patch PM

Share-worthy stories from Maryland Patches on Thursday, June 22, include weekend events and a push to do away with leashes in one county. Plus, police give tips for those pulled over by unmarked cars after a woman says she may have been patted down by a charlatan.

Council member Sidney Katz introduced a bill that would ensure dogs could be off-leash in dog parks established by municipalities "to make sure that dogs can run free in all dog parks in Montgomery County": Montgomery Council Member Seeks Leash Freedom For Dogs.

After a woman told police that a man in a dark car stopped her and patted her down Wednesday night, officials said the man may have been an impersonator. Authorities give guidance about what to do if you are pulled over by an unmarked car: Possible Cop Impersonator Patted Down Woman On Route 108: Howard County Police Department.

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