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2023 Maryland Statutes
Health - General
Title 21 - Food, Drugs, and Cosmetics
Subtitle 2 - Maryland Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act
Part VI - Enforcement of Subtitle; Prohibited Acts
Section 21-259.1 - Prohibited Acts -- Opening Closed Food Container
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MD Health - General Code § 21-259.1 (2023)
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(a) A person may not open a sealed, closed, or fastened food container in a food store or supermarket if opening the package or container will leave the item in an unsalable condition, unless the person:
(1) Intends to purchase the item; or
(2) Has received from the proprietor authority to open the item.
(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $25.
(c) The penalty provisions of Subtitle 12 of this title do not apply to this section.
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