Maryland § 14-704

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 14-704, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 14-704.

    (a)    Any person, his agent, or employee who sells or possesses with intent to sell a secondhand watch shall deliver to the buyer a written invoice which sets forth:

        (1)    The name and address of the seller;

        (2)    The name and address of the buyer;

        (3)    The date of the sale;

        (4)    The name of the watch or its maker;

        (5)    The serial number or, if none, any other distinguishing number or identification mark on the case and the movement of the watch; and

        (6)    Whether any serial number or any other distinguishing number or identification mark has been erased, defaced, removed, altered, or covered.

    (b)    The seller of a secondhand watch shall keep a duplicate of the invoice on file for at least one year from the date of the sale of the watch. The file shall be open for inspection during all business hours by the State’s Attorney of the county in which the seller engages in business.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 14-704

What does Maryland Code § 14-704 cover?

Section 14-704 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.

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