§ 10–909
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Nat. Res. § 10-909 (2026)
Title 10. Wildlife
Subtitle 9. Captive Wildlife
§ 10–909LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Any properly accredited person of known scientific attainment desiring to collect wildlife, nests, or eggs from the wild for scientific or educational purposes shall first obtain a scientific collection permit from the Secretary.
(b)
The Secretary may issue a scientific collecting permit, on the payment of a reasonable fee, to any properly accredited person who has demonstrated a legitimate scientific or educational need for the requested wildlife.
(c)
The Secretary may adopt regulations governing the issuance, revocation, terms, and conditions of the permit.
(d)
The permit:
(1)
Shall expire December 31 of the issuing year; and
(2)
May not be transferred to another person.
(e)
The permit becomes void on proof that the permittee has:
(1)
Captured or killed any wildlife;
(2)
Taken any nests or eggs for other than scientific or educational purposes; or
(3)
Taken or possessed any wildlife, nests, or eggs not authorized by the permit.