§ 10–2C-02
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Nat. Res. § 10-2C-02 (2026)
Title 10. Wildlife
Subtitle 2C. Traveling Animal Acts
§ 10–2C-02LinkCopy Citation
(a)
This section does not apply to a performance that takes place at a nonmobile, permanent institution or other fixed facility, provided that the covered animal is not transported to the institution or facility for a period of less than 60 days for the sole purpose of a performance.
(b)
Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a person may not allow for the performance of a covered animal in a traveling animal act.
(c)
A person who violates this section is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $2,000 per violation.
(d)
The provisions of this section may be enforced by:
(1)
A State or local law enforcement officer; or
(2)
The local animal control authority for the jurisdiction where the violation occurs.