§ 10–427
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Nat. Res. § 10-427 (2026)
Title 10. Wildlife
Subtitle 4. Hunting Restrictions -- in General
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(a)
Subject to subsection (b) of this section, a person may not sponsor, conduct, or participate in a contest organized in the State that has the objective of killing a coyote, fox, or raccoon for prizes or monetary rewards.
(b)
This section may not be construed to prohibit:
(1)
A landowner or the landowner’s agent or lessee from killing coyotes, foxes, or raccoons on property of the landowner, provided that the killing is not part of an organized contest; or
(2)
Lawful dog training or dog performance competitions.
(c)
A person is subject to a fine of $50 for each coyote, fox, or raccoon killed in violation of subsection (a) of this section.