Maryland · Maryland Code — Criminal Law Article
Md. Code, Crim. Law § 10-608: (a) (1) In this section, “implement of cockfighting” means any implement or device intended or designed: (i) to enhance the fighting ability of a fowl, cock, or other bird; or (ii) for use in a deliberately conducted event that uses a fowl, cock, or other bird to fight with another fowl, cock, or ot
What this law says, in plain English
A person commits felony aggravated cruelty to animals by fighting birds, possessing cockfighting implements, or allowing premises to be used for such fights. Conviction carries up to 3 years imprisonment and/or a $5,000 fine.
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