Maryland · Maryland Code — Criminal Law Article
Md. Code, Crim. Law § 10-613: - 436 - (a) This section does not apply to: (1) a biomedical facility that is licensed by the United States Department of Agriculture; or (2) an animal that is accompanied by a signed statement from a licensed veterinarian stating that the animal’s dam is incapacitated for humane or medical reasons
What this law says, in plain English
A person cannot sell, distribute, or bring into the state for sale a dog or cat under 8 weeks old unless accompanied by its mother, with limited exceptions for animal shelters and humane societies. Violation is a misdemeanor punishable by fine up to $500.
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