In this section the following words have the meanings indicated. “Closed–loop gift card” has the meaning stated in § 14–4901 of the Commercial Law Article. “Gift card” means an open–loop gift card or a closed–loop gift card. “Gift card” does not include: a credit card; an electronic funds transfer; or money, a check, a draft, or any other similar paper instrument. “Open–loop gift card” has the meaning stated in § 14–4901 of the Commercial Law Article. A person may not, with the intent to defraud another, alter or tamper with a gift card or its packaging. A person who violates this section is guilty of the misdemeanor of gift card forgery and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 18 months or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.