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2022 Maryland Statutes
Criminal Law
Title 10 - Crimes Against Public Health, Conduct, and Sensibilities
Subtitle 6 - Crimes Relating to Animals
Section 10-622 - Injuring or Trapping Carrier Pigeon
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MD. Criminal Law Code § 10-622 (2022)
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(a) A person may not shoot, kill, or maim a carrier pigeon.
(b) A person may not entrap, catch, or detain a carrier pigeon that has:
(1) the owner’s name stamped on the carrier pigeon’s wing or tail; or
(2) a leg band that includes the owner’s initials, name, or number.
(c) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $10 for each violation.
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