# Agriculture (GAG)

## Title 9.5. Invasive Plants Prevention and Control

### Subtitle 3. Regulation of Invasive Plants

#### Section 9.5-303

(a) On finding a prohibited invasive plant in violation of Sec. 9.5-302(b)(1) of this subtitle, the Secretary may:

  (1) Issue a written condemnation seizure order;

  (2) Mark or tag the plant in a conspicuous manner; and

  (3) Provide written notice to the owner, tenant, or person in charge of the premises.

(b)

  (1) On notice from the Secretary, a person shall dispose of a prohibited invasive plant in accordance with regulations adopted by the Secretary.

  (2) If a prohibited invasive plant is not disposed of in accordance with paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Secretary shall:

    (i) Destroy the plant;

    (ii) Prepare a statement of facts and a statement of the expense of destruction; and

    (iii) Provide copies of the statements to the Attorney General.

(c)

  (1) The Attorney General shall institute the appropriate proceeding to collect the expenses due to the Secretary.

  (2) A copy of the statements prepared under subsection (b)(2) of this section is sufficient evidence to prove a claim under this subsection.

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Md. Code Ann., Agric. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)