Maryland Criminal Law Section 12-107

      (a)      (1)      The prohibition in subsection (b) of this section applies notwithstanding a license or permit granted through or by a county, municipal corporation, or other political subdivision of this State.

            (2)      This section does not apply to:

                  (i)      pari-mutuel betting conducted under the Maryland Horse Racing Act;

                  (ii)      bingo, carnivals, raffles, bazaars, or similar games of entertainment; or

                  (iii)      mechanical or electrical devices, commonly known as slot machines, that are authorized in the State and that require the insertion of a coin or token.

      (b)      A person may not conduct or operate with pari-mutuel betting, or with any similar form of betting, wagering, or gambling:

            (1)      the game, contest, or event commonly known as "jai alai"; or

            (2)      any other game, contest, or event.

      (c)      A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine of not less than $200 and not exceeding $1,000 for each violation.