Md. Code, Health - General § 24-102
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-102
in effect(a) A person shall hold a permit issued by the Secretary before the person may import, distribute, or breed any exotic bird in this State.
(b) A permit is not required for a person:
(1) Legally to acquire and keep an exotic bird as a household pet; or
(2) To import, distribute, or breed any bird that is regulated by any program of the Department of Natural Resources.
(c) A separate permit is required for each facility where a person keeps an exotic bird.
Source: Open US Law by Vaquill AI (CC BY 4.0)URL: https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Laws/StatuteText?article=ghg§ion=24-102&enactments=falseFetched: 10/17/2026
