§ 10-610. Animal as prize

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

   (1) as an agricultural project;

   (2) for conservation purposes; or

   (3) that is intended for slaughter.

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

   (1) a prize for, or inducement to enter, a contest, game, or other competition;

   (2) an inducement to enter a place of amusement; or

   (3) an incentive to make a business agreement if the offer is to attract trade.

(c) Penalty. -- A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $ 500.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 27, § 60A; 2002, ch. 26, § 2.