Md. Code, Health - General § 21-259.1

Md. Code, Health - General § 21-259.1
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§21–259.1. (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.
Source: Open US Law by Vaquill AI (CC BY 4.0)URL: https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Laws/StatuteText?article=ghg&section=21-259.1&enactments=falseFetched: 10/17/2026

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