Maryland Statutes
§ 21-259.1
Maryland § 21-259.1
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Bluebook
Md. Code Ann., Health - General § 21-259.1 (2026).
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(a)A person may not open a sealed, closed, or fastened food container in a food store or supermarket if opening the package or container will leave the item in an unsalable condition, unless the person:
(1)Intends to purchase the item; or
(2)Has received from the proprietor authority to open the item.
(b)A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $25.
(c)The penalty provisions of Subtitle 12 of this title do not apply to this section.
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