# Criminal Law (GCR)

## Title 9. Crimes Against Public Administration

### Subtitle 2. Bribery

#### Section 9-205

(a) A person participating in or connected with an athletic contest may not accept a bribe to alter the outcome of the athletic contest.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.

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