§ 5–424
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Cts. & Jud. Proc. § 5-424 (2026)
Title 5. Limitations, Prohibited Actions, and Immunities
Subtitle 4. Immunities and Prohibited Actions -- Businesses, Associations, and Charities
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A licensed veterinary practitioner is immune from any civil liability that results from:
(1)
The actions of a licensed acupuncturist that practices in accordance with § 2–301(g)(11) of the Agriculture Article;
(2)
The actions of a person that:
(i)
Is licensed, certified, or otherwise authorized to practice a health occupation under the Health Occupations Article; and
(ii)
Is authorized to practice the health occupation on an animal in accordance with § 2–304 of the Agriculture Article;
(3)
A report in good faith of suspected animal cruelty or animal fighting to a local law enforcement or county animal control agency under § 2–313.1 of the Agriculture Article; or
(4)
The licensed veterinary practitioner’s participation in an investigation of suspected animal cruelty or animal fighting as provided in § 2–313.1(c) of the Agriculture Article.