Current with changes from the 2024 Legislative Session
Section 10-2C-02 - Performance of a covered animal in a traveling animal act(a) This section does not apply to a performance that takes place at a nonmobile, permanent institution or other fixed facility, provided that the covered animal is not transported to the institution or facility for a period of less than 60 DAYS for the sole purpose of a performance.(b) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a person may not allow for the performance of a covered animal in a traveling animal act.(c) A person who violates this section is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $2,000 per violation.(d) The provisions of this section may be enforced by:(1) A State or local law enforcement officer; or(2) The local animal control authority for the jurisdiction where the violation occurs. Added by 2024 Md. Laws, Ch. 597,Sec. 1, eff. 10/1/2024.Added by 2024 Md. Laws, Ch. 596,Sec. 1, eff. 10/1/2024.