Maryland § 3-804
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 3-804, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-804.
(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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 3-804
What does Maryland Code § 3-804 cover?
Section 3-804 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 3-804?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 3-804" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 3-804 apply to my situation?
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