§ 20-101. Blood donation

MD Health-Gen Code § 20-101 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a minor who is at least 17 years old, without the consent of a parent or legal guardian, may give blood to a program that:

(1)    Is voluntary;

(2)    Does not pay money for the blood; and

(3)    Is approved by:

(i)    The American Association of Blood Banks; or

(ii)    The American Red Cross.

(b)    (1)    Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a minor who is at least 16 years old, and has obtained the consent of a parent or legal guardian, may give blood to the programs listed in subsection (a) of this section.

(2)    Consent may be obtained via telephone or electronic means.