§ 12-107. Pari-mutuel betting

   (a) Construction of section. --

   (1) The prohibition in subsection (b) of this section applies notwithstanding a license or permit granted through or by a county, municipal corporation, or other political subdivision of this State.

   (2) This section does not apply to:

      (i) pari-mutuel betting conducted under the Maryland Horse Racing Act;

      (ii) bingo, carnivals, raffles, bazaars, or similar games of entertainment; or

      (iii) mechanical or electrical devices, commonly known as slot machines, that are authorized in the State and that require the insertion of a coin or token.

(b) Prohibited. -- A person may not conduct or operate with pari-mutuel betting, or with any similar form of betting, wagering, or gambling:

   (1) the game, contest, or event commonly known as "jai alai"; or

   (2) any other game, contest, or event.

(c) Penalty. -- A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine of not less than $ 200 and not exceeding $ 1,000 for each violation.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 27, § 264A; 2002, ch. 26, § 2.