1. (a) This section does not apply to a person giving away an animal:

   1. (1) as an agricultural project;
   2. (2) for conservation purposes; or
   3. (3) that is intended for slaughter.

2. (b) Without the approval of the Secretary of Agriculture, a person may not give away a live animal as:

   1. (1) a prize for, or inducement to enter, a contest, game, or other competition;
   2. (2) an inducement to enter a place of amusement; or
   3. (3) an incentive to make a business agreement if the offer is to attract trade.
3. (c) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500.

Added by Acts 2002, c. 26, § 2, eff. Oct. 1, 2002.

Formerly Art. 27, § 60A.