# Criminal Law (GCR)

## Title 5. Controlled Dangerous Substances, Prescriptions, and Other Substances

### Subtitle 7. Prescription Drugs and Other Substances

#### Section 5-709

(a) In this section, "distribute" includes actual, constructive, or attempted transfer, exchange, or delivery, regardless of remuneration or agency relationship.

(b) A person may not distribute or possess with intent to distribute to another a substance listed in Sec. 5-708 of this subtitle:

  (1) with the intent to induce unlawful inhaling of the substance; or

  (2) with the knowledge that the other will unlawfully inhale the substance.

(c) A person may not:

  (1) instruct another in the practice of inhaling or smelling that is prohibited under Sec. 5-708(b) of this subtitle; or

  (2) distribute a butane canister to a minor.

(d) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 18 months or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

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