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MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-207 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 2 - Regulation of Biological Products and Tests|Section 3-207 - Buyer or Recipient of Biological Product to Maintain Records

    Any person who buys or receives any biological product in intrastate commerce shall maintain a correct record of the amount he receives, uses, and possesses.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-208 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 2 - Regulation of Biological Products and Tests|Section 3-208 - Labeling

    Any biological product used only for the testing or immunizing of animals sold, donated, or used within the State shall bear a label stating the name and address of the person manufacturing it, the date of its preparation, its contents, its intended use, and stating that it is for animal use only.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-209 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 2 - Regulation of Biological Products and Tests|Section 3-209 - Treating Animal to Prevent Reaction; Information of Reaction to Be Given to Purchaser; Permission for Sale After Reaction

    (a)    No person may treat any animal with any material or substance or in any manner for the purpose of preventing normal reaction of the animal to any test.    (b)    A person may not knowingly sell or offer for sale any animal that has reacted to any test, without informing the purchaser of the reaction.    (c)    No animal that has reacted to a test may be sold or removed from the premises where the test was made without the written permission of the Secretary.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-301 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 3 - Regulation of Livestock Sales|Section 3-301 - Definitions

    (a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.    (b)    “Livestock” means cattle, swine, sheep, horses, asses, mules, or goats notwithstanding any other provision of this article.    (c)    “Livestock dealer” means any person who engages in the business of selling, buying, exchanging, or transferring livestock at any place and at any time.    (d)    “Livestock market” means an established location where livestock are offered for sale.    (e)    “3–D livestock” means livestock that is unable to rise even with assistance (a “downer”), is debilitated, or is diseased.    (f)    “Trucker or hauler” means a person who engages in the business of transporting livestock in trucks or other conveyances to or from a farm, a livestock auction, sales agency, or dealer’s premises.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-302 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 3 - Regulation of Livestock Sales|Section 3-302 - Disposition of License Fees

    The license fees received by the Secretary pursuant to § 3–303 of this subtitle constitute a fund to defray partially expenses incurred in administering this subtitle.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-303 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 3 - Regulation of Livestock Sales|Section 3-303 - Licenses

    (a)    No person may be a livestock dealer without first obtaining an annual livestock dealer’s license from the Secretary. No person may operate a livestock market without first obtaining an annual livestock market license from the Secretary for each market he operates.    (b)    (1)    An agent of a person who possesses a livestock dealer’s license is not required to obtain a livestock dealer’s license.        (2)    A dealer who possesses a livestock market license is not required to obtain a dealer’s license if he sells livestock only at the licensed livestock market.    (c)    Each license shall be issued upon payment of a $50 fee and shall be effective until June 30, following, unless revoked.    (d)    The Secretary shall issue an identification card to each licensee and his agent who shall carry it on his person. The licensee or agent shall display the license at each place of business.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-304 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 3 - Regulation of Livestock Sales|Section 3-304 - Licenses -- Refusal, Suspension, or Revocation

    The Secretary may refuse to issue a license or may suspend or revoke a license on any of the following grounds:        (1)    Fraudulent or deceptive statement on an application for a license;        (2)    Conviction of a violation of any of the provisions of this subtitle or the rules or regulations adopted pursuant to it; or        (3)    Frequent or numerous violations of departmental rules and regulations.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-305 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 3 - Regulation of Livestock Sales|Section 3-305 - Records of Animals Received and Disposed Of

    (a)    Each licensed livestock market operator and licensed livestock dealer shall maintain a record covering all animals received and disposed of by him or his agents. The record shall include date of receipt, date of sale, and name and address of consignor and purchaser. Each animal shall be identified by any of the following (1) by a metal ear tag number, tattoo number, purebred name and registry number, or horn or hoof brand number, or any other method approved by the Secretary, and (2) by breed, sex, age, approximate weight, and health status. The record also shall show the purpose for which the animals are consigned, that is, whether for breeding, feeding, grazing, or milk production. Every record shall be retained for three years.    (b)    Individual identification is not required for (1) steers, (2) spayed heifers, or (3) calves under eight months of age of beef type for feeding and grazing purposes.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-306 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 3 - Regulation of Livestock Sales|Section 3-306 - Truckers or Haulers to Possess Health Certificate or Declaration; Quarantine

    (a)    Every owner or consignor shall furnish the trucker or hauler of animals being moved to a farm or to sale with a health certificate or a declaration giving the name and address of the owner or consignor of the animals and the name and address of the consignee. Each trucker or hauler shall ensure that the operator of the truck or other vehicle possesses the appropriate health certificate or declaration for each animal.    (b)    Any consignment of animals not accompanied by the appropriate health certificate or declaration may be quarantined.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-307 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 3 - Regulation of Livestock Sales|Section 3-307 - Sanitation; Treatment of 3-D Livestock

    The Secretary may adopt regulations:         (1)    Establishing standards of sanitation and sanitary practices to be observed on all premises used by any person licensed pursuant to this subtitle; and        (2)    Governing the humane treatment of 3-D livestock at a livestock auction.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-308 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 3 - Regulation of Livestock Sales|Section 3-308 - Exemptions

    The provisions of this subtitle do not apply to the following:         (1)    Any person who by dispersal sale is permanently discontinuing the business of dairying, breeding, raising, or feeding animals.        (2)    The part of the business of a farmer which consists of buying and receiving animals for grazing and feeding purposes and the sale or disposal of these animals after the grazing and feeding period.        (3)    The sale by a farmer of any breeding, surplus, or unprofitable animal owned by him.        (4)    The private sale, exchange, or transportation of any equine.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-309 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 3 - Regulation of Livestock Sales|Section 3-309 - Duty of State's Attorney

    Any State’s Attorney to whom any violation is reported shall institute appropriate judicial proceedings without delay. Before the Secretary reports a violation for prosecution, the person against whom proceedings are contemplated shall be given the opportunity to present his view.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-310 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 3 - Regulation of Livestock Sales|Section 3-310 - Injunction

    Notwithstanding the existence of other remedies at law, the Secretary may apply for and the court may grant a temporary or permanent injunction restraining any person from violating or continuing to violate any provision of this subtitle or any rule or regulation adopted pursuant to it. The injunction shall be issued without bond.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-401 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 4 - Importation of Cattle or Swine|Section 3-401 - Imported Cattle to Be Accompanied by Inspection Certificate

    No person may import into the State cattle for breeding or show purposes, unless the cattle are accompanied by a certificate from a certified inspector in the state of origin, certifying that the cattle have been examined, tested as required by the Secretary, and are free from disease. Cattle may not be imported unless the Secretary approves the certificate. This section does not apply to cattle brought into the State for immediate slaughter.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-402 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 4 - Importation of Cattle or Swine|Section 3-402 - Examination in Lieu of Inspection Certificate

    In lieu of an inspection certificate, imported cattle may be detained at any suitable location in the State nearest any State line from which they are shipped and examined at the expense of the owner. Cattle may be shipped in quarantine to their destination in the State pursuant to departmental rules and regulations if they remain in quarantine until properly examined at the expense of the owner and released by the Secretary.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-403 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 4 - Importation of Cattle or Swine|Section 3-403 - Imported Swine to Be Accompanied by Health Certificate

    All swine imported into the State for breeding purposes or show purposes shall be accompanied by a health certificate issued by a graduate veterinarian stating that they are free from every infectious or contagious disease, and that no infectious or contagious disease has existed for at least 30 days prior to shipment on the premises from where the swine are shipped. The Secretary shall approve all certificates. This section does not apply to swine imported for immediate slaughter.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-404 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 4 - Importation of Cattle or Swine|Section 3-404 - Feeding Garbage to Swine

    (a)    For purposes of this section, “garbage” means any putrescible animal and fowl waste resulting from the handling, preparation, cooking, and consumption of foods, including any animal and fowl carcass, part of it, and any other substance that has been mixed with or been in contact with any animal or fowl waste or carcass. The Secretary may exclude from this definition:        (1)    Wastes that have been heat–treated to the extent that the resultant material is of uniform consistency containing by analysis not more than ten percent moisture, and which he has determined to be nonputrescible. Such treated nonputrescible waste shall be deemed commercial feed as the term is used in § 6–101 of this article, and shall be subject to the provisions of Title 6 of this article.        (2)    Wastes that have been heat–treated at their source in a manner which, in the opinion of the Secretary, would render them incapable of transmitting disease. Discharged animal feces may be included in hog feeds only if the finished feed meets the standards established by the United States Food and Drug Administration. Any person desiring to feed wastes in accordance with this provision shall obtain a license for that purpose from the Department, which license shall be issued annually in accordance with the terms described therefor at a fee of $100. Any fee collected under this subsection constitutes a fund to defray partially the cost of inspection and other expenses necessary for administering this subsection.    (b)    Garbage fed to swine contributes to the spread of infectious animal diseases. Therefore, it is the public policy of the State to prohibit the feeding of garbage to assist in the prevention and eradication of animal diseases and to protect the public health and public welfare.    (c)    No person may feed garbage to any swine, or deposit or receive garbage at any location where any swine is kept.    (d)    If any swine is fed garbage in violation of this section, it may not be sold or removed from the location within 30 days of having consumed the garbage, or longer if prescribed by the Secretary, and if the Secretary approves its removal.    (e)    This section does not apply to any person who feeds garbage from his own household to swine on his premises, if the swine is not sold or removed from the premises.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-405 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 4 - Importation of Cattle or Swine|Section 3-405 - Authority of Secretary

    (a)    The Secretary may adopt rules and regulations he deems necessary to administer this section and enjoin violations of the section and departmental rules and regulations.    (b)    The Secretary or his agent may enter any location to conduct reasonable inspections in order to enforce § 3–404 of this subtitle.    (c)    The authority provided by this section and § 3–404 of this subtitle is in addition to and not in limitation of any other authority of the Secretary provided by law.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-501 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 5 - Driving Livestock on Improved Highways|Section 3-501 - "Herd" Defined

    (a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.    (b)    “Herd” means five or more livestock.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-502 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 5 - Driving Livestock on Improved Highways|Section 3-502 - Attendants

    (a)    No person may permit a herd of livestock upon any improved highway of the State unless the herd is attended by competent persons.    (b)    At least one attendant shall precede the herd at a distance of not more than 100 yards, and there shall be a driver not more than 100 yards in the rear of the herd.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-503 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 5 - Driving Livestock on Improved Highways|Section 3-503 - Lights

    The front and rear attendants shall carry a red lighted lantern from 30 minutes after sunset until sunrise to warn all persons approaching the herd so that proper precaution may be taken with reference to passing the herd.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-504 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 5 - Driving Livestock on Improved Highways|Section 3-504 - Exemptions

    This subtitle does not apply to farmers or dairymen driving their herds to and from pasture, different farms, or parts of farms owned or occupied by them.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-601 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 6 - Stray Domestic Animals|Section 3-601 - Scope of Subtitle

    This subtitle does not apply in Caroline County, Dorchester County, Garrett County, Montgomery County, or Prince George’s County.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-602 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 6 - Stray Domestic Animals|Section 3-602 - "Enclosure" Defined

    In this subtitle, “enclosure” means a common-law enclosure and not an actual enclosure.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-603 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 6 - Stray Domestic Animals|Section 3-603 - Impounding; Damages

    (a)    The owner or occupant of an enclosure who finds a stray horse, sheep, hog, cow, or other domestic animal trespassing on the enclosure may impound the animal if the owner of the animal is known.    (b)    If the stray animal has caused damage, the individual who impounded the animal may have the damage valued under oath by two disinterested residents of the county.    (c)    After the damage is valued, the individual who impounded the animal shall notify the owner of the animal of the impoundment and the amount of the damage.    (d)    (1)    After giving notice, the individual who impounded the animal may sell the animal at public auction to the highest bidder for cash unless the damage and a reasonable compensation for feeding the animal while impounded are paid or tendered.        (2)    The notice shall describe the animal and state the time and place of sale.        (3)    This notice shall be sent to the owner and be posted at least 10 days before the auction at three or more public places in the neighborhood. The day of impounding and the day of sale are not counted as part of the notice period.    (e)    (1)    The individual who impounded the animal may deduct from the proceeds of the sale the amount of the damage and a reasonable compensation for keeping the animal while impounded.        (2)    On demand, the individual who impounded the animal shall pay over the residue of the sale proceeds to the owner of the animal.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-701 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 7 - Enclosed Livestock|Section 3-701 - Opening Enclosure of Another

    (a)    A person may not willfully and maliciously open the gate of another’s field, pasture, or enclosure that encloses livestock.    (b)    A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-801 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 8 - Regulation of Poultry to Protect Animal Health and Control Avian Influenza|Section 3-801 - Definitions

    (a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.    (b)    “Live poultry market” means any facility or location where poultry:        (1)    Is offered for sale, sold, distributed, or transferred; or        (2)    Is slaughtered and sold on–site.    (c)    “Poultry” means any living domesticated bird.    (d)    “Poultry dealer” means a person who engages in the business of buying, selling, exchanging, or transporting poultry between a production facility and a live poultry market.    (e)    “Production facility” means the facility or farm that is the origin of poultry offered for sale at a live poultry market.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-802 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 8 - Regulation of Poultry to Protect Animal Health and Control Avian Influenza|Section 3-802 - Annual License

    (a)    Except as provided by the Secretary, each live poultry market operator, production facility operator, and poultry dealer shall obtain an annual license from the Secretary.    (b)    Each license shall be effective until the following June 30, unless suspended or revoked.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-803 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 8 - Regulation of Poultry to Protect Animal Health and Control Avian Influenza|Section 3-803 - Power to Adopt Health Protection Program

    (a)    In addition to the power to protect the health of domestic animals set forth elsewhere in this article, and subject to Subtitle 10 of this title, the Secretary may adopt an animal health protection program that is applicable to any live poultry market, production facility, and poultry dealer.    (b)    An animal health protection program adopted by the Secretary under subsection (a) of this section may include a program that meets the regulatory requirements of the United States Department of Agriculture’s Uniform Standards for the Prevention and Control of H5 and H7 Low Pathogenicity Avian Influenza in the live bird marketing system.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-804 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 8 - Regulation of Poultry to Protect Animal Health and Control Avian Influenza|Section 3-804 - Registration

    (a)    Except as provided by the Secretary, a person may not keep poultry unless the poultry is registered with the Secretary.    (b)    A person who keeps poultry shall complete and submit to the Secretary a registration form on which the person shall include:        (1)    The name of the poultry keeper;        (2)    The location of the property on which the poultry is kept;        (3)    The type of poultry; and        (4)    Any other related information required by the Secretary.    (c)    (1)    Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Secretary shall maintain a person’s registration record filed under subsection (b) of this section in a manner that protects the identity of the registrant.        (2)    If the Secretary, after consultation with the Secretary of Health, determines that the disclosure is necessary to protect the public health or prevent the spread of an infectious or contagious disease, the Secretary may disclose identifying information.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-805 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 8 - Regulation of Poultry to Protect Animal Health and Control Avian Influenza|Section 3-805 - Grounds for Refusal, Suspension, or Revocation of License

    The Secretary may refuse to issue a license or registration, or may suspend or revoke a license or registration, on any of the following grounds:        (1)    Fraudulent or deceptive statement on an application for a license or certificate; or        (2)    A violation of Subtitle 1 of this title or any regulations adopted by the Secretary under this subtitle.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  3-901 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 3 - Regulation of Livestock and Poultry|Subtitle 9 - Transporting Horses|Section 3-901 - "Transport" Defined

    In this subtitle, “transport” means to carry a horse, cause a horse to be carried, or allow a horse to be carried in a vehicle on a highway in the State.