§ 10-610. Animal as prize

MD Crim Law Code § 10-610 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    This section does not apply to a person giving away an animal:

(1)    as an agricultural project;

(2)    for conservation purposes; or

(3)    that is intended for slaughter.

(b)    Without the approval of the Secretary of Agriculture, a person may not give away a live animal as:

(1)    a prize for, or inducement to enter, a contest, game, or other competition;

(2)    an inducement to enter a place of amusement; or

(3)    an incentive to make a business agreement if the offer is to attract trade.

(c)    A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500.