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MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  2-305 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 2 - Department of Agriculture|Subtitle 3 - State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners|Section 2-305 - License to Administer Drugs by Animal Control Facility

    (a)    In this section, “animal control facility” means a humane society, as defined in § 10–601 of the Criminal Law Article, or a county or municipal designated animal shelter.    (b)    The Board, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Board, may issue a license to an animal control facility to allow the animal control facility to administer drugs needed to sedate, euthanize, or sedate and euthanize animals.    (c)    (1)    (i)    The owner of an animal control facility shall apply for the license.            (ii)    The Board shall issue a license in the name of the owner of an animal control facility.        (2)    The application shall designate one individual at the facility responsible for the drugs.        (3)    The annual license fee is $100.    (d)    In accordance with procedures set out in § 2–311 of this subtitle, the Board may:        (1)    Reject an application for a license; or        (2)    Suspend or revoke a license for failure to comply with the Board’s regulations.    (e)    An animal control facility licensed under this section shall comply with the Board’s requirements relating to employee training.    (f)    A member of the Board, or the Board’s designated inspector, may enter an animal control facility licensed under this section at any reasonable hour to enforce the Board’s regulations.    (g)    In consultation with the Maryland Department of Health, the Board shall adopt regulations necessary to carry out this section.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  2-306 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 2 - Department of Agriculture|Subtitle 3 - State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners|Section 2-306 - Regulation of Veterinary Education

    (a)    (1)    The Board has the exclusive power to establish and alter the standards of preliminary and professional education and training requirements of applicants for the examination for a license.        (2)    The Board may establish an annual continuing education requirement of at least 12 hours as a condition to any license renewal.    (b)    The Board may investigate and determine the acceptability of and approve or disapprove any college or institution for the education and training of students desiring to practice veterinary medicine. It may cancel or revoke approval if the college or institution no longer is deemed satisfactory. However, the approval of the American Veterinary Medical Association of a college or institution is sufficient to qualify the college or institution. Any veterinarian desiring to be licensed to practice veterinary medicine shall have completed the course of study prescribed by an approved college or institution.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  2-307 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 2 - Department of Agriculture|Subtitle 3 - State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners|Section 2-307 - Examinations; Issuance of License

    (a)    The Board shall prescribe the subject, character, manner, time, and place for every written examination, and the procedure for filing applications for the examination. It shall conduct the written examination so that the identity of the applicant is not known to the Board until the examination is graded. The Board shall make a written report of every examination and preserve it in the Board office for three years.    (b)    An applicant for the examination shall pay a fee set by the Board to the Board secretary at the time he files his application.    (c)    The Board shall issue a license to, and annually register, any person who:        (1)    Passes the examination;        (2)    Is of good moral character; and        (3)    Has a diploma from an approved college or institution conferring upon him the degree of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  2-307.1 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 2 - Department of Agriculture|Subtitle 3 - State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners|Section 2-307.1 - Mental or Physical Examination

    (a)    In reviewing an application for licensure of a veterinarian or in investigating any matter brought against a veterinary practitioner, the Board may direct the applicant, veterinarian, or veterinary practitioner to submit to a mental or physical examination when the Board has reasonable evidence indicating the inability of that individual to practice veterinary medicine competently.    (b)    In return for the privilege given by the State in issuing a license or registration, the applicant, veterinarian, or veterinary practitioner is deemed to have:        (1)    Consented to submit to an examination under this section if directed by the Board in writing; and        (2)    Waived any claim of privilege as to the examination report or testimony regarding the report.    (c)    The report or testimony of an examining physician or other person designated by the Board is confidential except as to contested case proceedings as defined by the Administrative Procedure Act.    (d)    The unreasonable failure or refusal of an  applicant, a veterinarian, or a veterinary practitioner to submit to an examination is prima facie evidence of the applicant’s, veterinarian’s, or veterinary practitioner’s inability to practice veterinary medicine competently unless the Board finds that the failure or refusal was beyond the control of the applicant, veterinarian, or veterinary practitioner.    (e)    The Board shall pay the reasonable cost of any examination made under this section.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  2-308 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 2 - Department of Agriculture|Subtitle 3 - State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners|Section 2-308 - Registration of Licensee

    (a)    In order to enforce this subtitle and aid in the prosecution of any violation, every licensee who practices veterinary medicine in the State shall register annually with the Board.    (b)    Every licensee annually shall pay the Board a registration fee set by the Board for the privilege of continuing his license.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  2-310 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 2 - Department of Agriculture|Subtitle 3 - State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners|Section 2-310 - Standards of Conduct and Ethics; Grounds for Refusal, Suspension or Revocation of License

    The Board may refuse, suspend, or revoke any application or license, and censure or place on probation any licensee after a hearing, if the veterinarian or veterinary practitioner:        (1)    Is unable to practice veterinary medicine competently due to a physical or mental disability;        (2)    Is convicted of a violation of any federal or State law relating to prescription drugs, a controlled dangerous substance under Title 5, Subtitle 4 of the Criminal Law Article, or a controlled substance as defined by 21 U.S.C. § 812;        (3)    Is convicted of a felony, or of a crime involving moral turpitude;        (4)    Is convicted of violating any provision of this subtitle, any unlawful or fraudulent practice, or any fraudulent, misleading, or deceptive representation or advertising concerning his professional qualifications or the quality of materials or drugs used by him in his professional work or in the treatment of animals;        (5)    Has a final judgment entered against him in a civil malpractice case involving gross personal negligence;        (6)    Obtains the license by fraud or misrepresentation, either in the application, or in passing the examination;        (7)    Is guilty of employing or permitting to practice veterinary medicine any person who does not hold a license to practice veterinary medicine in the State;        (8)    Fails to comply with Board rules or regulations after receiving a license;        (9)    Is grossly negligent or deliberately cruel to an animal;        (10)    Is determined by four members to be professionally incompetent as a veterinary practitioner;        (11)    Is disciplined by a licensing authority of another state, including the suspension or revocation of a license to practice veterinary medicine, for an act that would be grounds for disciplinary action under this section; or        (12)    Fails to comply with animal cruelty or animal fighting reporting requirements under § 2–313.1 of this subtitle.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  2-310.1 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 2 - Department of Agriculture|Subtitle 3 - State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners|Section 2-310.1 - Penalties in Lieu of or in Addition to Suspension or Revocation

    (a)    In lieu of or in addition to suspension of the license, the Board may impose a penalty of not more than $5,000 for a first offense.    (b)    In addition to revocation of the license, the Board may impose a penalty of not more than $5,000 for a first offense.    (c)    In addition to suspension or revocation of the license, the Board may impose a penalty of not more than $10,000 for a second or subsequent offense.    (d)    Penalties collected by the Board under this section shall be paid into the General Fund of the State.    (e)    The Board shall establish such rules and regulations as are necessary to carry out the provisions of this section.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  2-311 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 2 - Department of Agriculture|Subtitle 3 - State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners|Section 2-311 - Procedure for Suspension or Revocation of License

    (a)    Before any license is suspended or revoked, the Board shall give the licensee at least ten days written notice of the time and place of the hearing. Notice shall be given by certified mail, return receipt requested, bearing a postmark from the United States Postal Service, addressed to the post-office address shown on the annual registration or in other information the Board possesses.    (b)    A copy of the charges shall be furnished the licensee and he shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard personally and to be represented by counsel before the Board. The licensee shall have the opportunity to confront witnesses against him.    (c)    Every witness at the hearing shall testify under oath. The chairman or any member may administer the oath. The Board may compel the attendance of witnesses by subpoena.    (d)    The Board shall report its action in writing, stating the reasons for the action. A copy shall be delivered or mailed to the person against whom the complaint is made.    (e)    The licensee may appeal to the circuit court of the county where the licensee has an office. The court shall hear and determine all matters connected with the action of the Board from which appeal is taken in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act.    (f)    The licensee and the Board may appeal from the decision of the circuit court to the Court of Special Appeals, subject to the time and manner provided for the taking of an appeal to this Court.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  2-312 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 2 - Department of Agriculture|Subtitle 3 - State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners|Section 2-312 - Issuance of License After Revocation

    At any time within two years from the date of revocation of any license, the Board, by the affirmative vote of four members, may issue without examination a new license to any person whose license was revoked. After the expiration of two years, the person may obtain a license only by compliance with the same requirements which are imposed by this subtitle on other license applicants.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  2-313.1 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 2 - Department of Agriculture|Subtitle 3 - State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners|Section 2-313.1 - Reporting Animal Cruelty or Fighting

    (a)    A veterinary practitioner who has reason to believe that an animal that has been treated by the veterinary practitioner has been subjected to cruelty or fighting in violation of § 10–604, § 10–606, § 10–607, or § 10–608 of the Criminal Law Article shall report the suspected animal cruelty or animal fighting to the appropriate law enforcement agency or county animal control agency in a timely manner.    (b)    A veterinary practitioner who makes a report under subsection (a) of this section shall include in the report:        (1)    The name, age, and location of the animal;        (2)    The name and home address of the owner or custodian of the animal;        (3)    The nature and extent of the suspected animal cruelty or animal fighting, including any evidence or information available to the veterinary practitioner concerning possible previous instances of animal cruelty or animal fighting; and        (4)    Any other information that would help determine:            (i)    The cause of the suspected animal cruelty or animal fighting; and            (ii)    The identity of any individual responsible for the suspected animal cruelty or animal fighting.    (c)    A veterinary practitioner who reports in good faith suspected animal cruelty or animal fighting or participates in an investigation of suspected animal cruelty or animal fighting is immune from:        (1)    Civil liability that results from the report or participation in the investigation; or        (2)    Criminal prosecution for the report or participation in the investigation.    (d)    The Board shall adopt regulations establishing:        (1)    Confidentiality procedures for protecting the identity of the veterinary practitioner making a report under this section;        (2)    Confidentiality procedures for protecting the substance of a report made under this section and any records associated with the report; and        (3)    Conditions under which the substance of a report may be disclosed.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  2-313.2 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 2 - Department of Agriculture|Subtitle 3 - State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners|Section 2-313.2 - Cease and Desist Orders -- Civil Penalties

    (a)    Subject to subsection (b) of this section and on review and approval of the Secretary or the Secretary’s designee, the Board may issue a cease and desist order against a person who:        (1)    Practices, attempts to practice, or offers to practice veterinary medicine in violation of § 2–313(a) of this subtitle; or        (2)    Takes an action:            (i)    For which the Board determines there is a preponderance of evidence of grounds for discipline under § 2–310 or § 2–313 of this subtitle; or            (ii)    That poses a serious risk to the health, safety, and welfare of an animal patient.    (b)    (1)    In lieu of a cease and desist order under subsection (a) of this section, the Board may impose a civil penalty not exceeding:            (i)    $5,000 for a first offense; and            (ii)    $10,000 for a second or subsequent offense.        (2)    In setting the amount of a civil penalty, the Board shall consider:            (i)    The seriousness of the violation;            (ii)    The harm caused by the violation;            (iii)    The good faith of the violator;            (iv)    Any history of previous violations by the violator; and            (v)    Any other relevant factors.        (3)    Before a civil penalty is imposed under this subsection, the Board shall provide to the person on whom the civil penalty will be imposed notice of the alleged violation and an opportunity for a hearing.    (c)    A person against whom a cease and desist order is issued or a civil penalty is imposed under this section may seek review of the order or penalty under the Administrative Procedure Act.    (d)    An action for a cease and desist order or a civil penalty imposed under this section is in addition to, and not instead of, disciplinary actions authorized under § 2–310 of this subtitle or an action for injunctive relief under § 2–315 of this subtitle.    (e)    (1)    The Board shall adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this section, including hearing procedures and sanctions for violations of a cease and desist order.        (2)    The sanctions established by regulations adopted under paragraph (1) of this subsection may include a civil penalty consistent with subsection (b) of this section.    (f)    The Board shall pay any penalty collected under this section into the General Fund of the State.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  2-314 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 2 - Department of Agriculture|Subtitle 3 - State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners|Section 2-314 - Liability for Civil Damages of Veterinarian or Others Rendering Aid in Emergency

    A person licensed by the State of Maryland to provide veterinary care, a student of veterinary medicine who works under the responsible direct supervision of a veterinary practitioner as defined by § 2–301(c) of this subtitle, or a veterinary technician registered by the State under § 2–309 of this subtitle shall have the immunity from liability described under § 5–614 of the Courts and Judicial Proceedings Article.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  2-315 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 2 - Department of Agriculture|Subtitle 3 - State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners|Section 2-315 - Injunctive Relief

    (a)    The Board may bring an action for an injunction against a person who violates any provision of this subtitle.    (b)    An action for an injunction under this section is in addition to, and not instead of, disciplinary actions taken under § 2-310 of this subtitle or the imposition of civil penalties under § 2-310.1 of this subtitle.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  2-316 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 2 - Department of Agriculture|Subtitle 3 - State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners|Section 2-316 - Termination of Subtitle Provisions and Regulations

    The provisions of this subtitle creating the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners and relating to the regulation of veterinarians and any regulations promulgated under this subtitle are of no effect and may not be enforced after July 1, 2031.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  2-501 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 2 - Department of Agriculture|Subtitle 5 - Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation|Section 2-501 - "Child" Defined

    In this subtitle, “child”:        (1)    Means a biological child, an adopted child, or a stepchild; and        (2)    Does not include a foster child, a grandchild, or a descendant more remote than a grandchild.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  2-501.1 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 2 - Department of Agriculture|Subtitle 5 - Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation|Section 2-501.1 - Legislative Intent

    (a)    It is the intent of the Maryland General Assembly to preserve agricultural land and woodland in order to:        (1)    Provide sources of agricultural products within the State for the citizens of the State;        (2)    Control the urban expansion which is consuming the agricultural land and woodland of the State;        (3)    Curb the spread of urban blight and deterioration; and        (4)    Protect agricultural land and woodland as open–space land.    (b)    With respect to woodland preservation under this subtitle, the General Assembly encourages that fair consideration be given to the retention of forest lands that are working landscapes as defined under § 5–101 of the Natural Resources Article.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  2-502 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 2 - Department of Agriculture|Subtitle 5 - Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation|Section 2-502 - Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation Established

    There is a Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation in the Department. The Foundation has the powers and duties provided in this subtitle.
MD. Agriculture Code Ann. §  2-503 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Agriculture|Title 2 - Department of Agriculture|Subtitle 5 - Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation|Section 2-503 - Board of Trustees

    (a)    (1)    The Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation shall be governed and administered by a board of trustees composed of:            (i)    The State Treasurer, the Comptroller, the Secretary of Planning, and the Secretary, all of whom shall serve as ex officio members;            (ii)    Nine members from the State at–large to be appointed by the Governor, at least six of whom shall be farmer representatives who are engaged in or retired from active farming from different areas of the State, and four of whom shall be appointed as follows:                1.    One from a list of three nominees submitted by the Maryland Agricultural Commission;                2.    One from a list of three nominees submitted by the Maryland Farm Bureau;                3.    One from a list of three nominees submitted by the Maryland State Grange; and                4.    One from a list of three nominees submitted by the Young Farmers Advisory Board; and            (iii)    Any designee appointed by an ex officio member under paragraph (3) of this subsection.        (2)    Nominees under paragraph (1)(ii)4 of this subsection shall meet the requirements of § 2–1002(d) of this title.        (3)    Each ex officio member of the board of trustees may appoint a designee to serve in the member’s place on the board.        (4)    The Governor shall appoint the chairman of the board, from among the nine at–large trustees.        (5)    A majority of the members of the board serving at any one time constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business.        (6)    Notwithstanding the provisions of §§ 5–502 through 5–504 of the General Provisions Article, a person may be appointed to and serve on the board as an at–large member even if prior to the appointment the person sold an easement in the person’s agricultural land to the Foundation.    (b)    (1)    The term of any trustee at–large serving on the board shall expire on July 1, 1977. The Governor then shall appoint trustees at–large for the following terms:            (i)    Three for a term of four years;            (ii)    Three for a term of three years; and            (iii)    Three for a term of two years.        (2)    In appointing members at–large to replace members whose terms expire on July 1, 1977, the Governor may appoint members serving as of July 1, 1977. Thereafter, successors to trustees at–large whose terms expire shall be appointed for terms of four years. Vacancies shall be filled for the unexpired term. A trustee at–large may not serve more than two successive terms. Appointment to fill a vacancy may not be considered as one of two terms.    (c)    Trustees at–large shall take the oath of office as prescribed by law.    (d)    Compensation may not be paid to any trustee. Each trustee shall be reimbursed for travel and other expenses incurred by him in the performance of his duties on behalf of the Foundation.