# Criminal Law (GCR)

## Title 10. Crimes Against Public Health, Conduct, and Sensibilities

### Subtitle 6. Crimes Relating to Animals

#### Section 10-611

(a) A person may not kill or allow a dog or cat to be killed by use of:

  (1) a decompression chamber;

  (2) carbon monoxide gas; or

  (3) curariform drugs.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500.

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