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Maryland Code

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Crimes Relating to Animals

State of Maryland

10-601Definitions 10-602Legislative Intent 10-603Application of §§ 10–601 Through 10–608 and 10–626 10-604Abuse or Neglect of Animal 10-604.1Abuse or Neglect of Animal that Results in Death or Euthanasia 10-605Attending a Dogfight or Cockfight 10-606Aggravated Cruelty to Animals—in General 10-607Aggravated Cruelty to Animals—Dogfights 10-607.1Possession and Use of an Implement of Dogfighting 10-608Aggravated Cruelty to Animals—Cockfights 10-608.1Prohibition on Keeping Roosters Movement-Constrained 10-609Arrest by Humane Society Officer 10-610Animal as Prize 10-611Killing of Dog or Cat—Prohibited Means 10-612Abandoning Domestic Animal 10-613Sale of Puppy or Kitten 10-614Transfer or Coloring of Chick 10-615Care of Mistreated Animal 10-615.1Reasonable Costs of Care for a Seized Animal 10-616Kennel Inspection 10-617Disposal of Domestic Animal 10-618Poisoning Dog 10-619Dangerous Dog 10-620Interference with an Equine 10-621Import, Offer for Sale, Trade, Barter, Possess, Breed, or Exchange Certain Live Animals Prohibited 10-622Injuring or Trapping Carrier Pigeon 10-623Dogs Outside, Unattended and Restrained 10-624Surgical Restrictions Relating to Dogs 10-625Devocalization of Cats or Dogs 10-625.1Declawing Procedure on Cat Prohibited 10-626Harm to Service Animals 10-627Penalties