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Unannotated Code of Maryland (Last Updated: May 16, 2014) |
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CRIMINAL LAW |
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TITLE 10. CRIMES AGAINST PUBLIC HEALTH, CONDUCT, AND SENSIBILITIES |
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SUBTITLE 6. CRIMES RELATING TO ANIMALS |
§ 10-622. Injuring or trapping carrier pigeon
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(a) Killing or maiming. -- A person may not shoot, kill, or maim a carrier pigeon.
(b) Trapping or detaining. -- 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) Penalty. -- 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.