Maryland § 4-747
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 4-747, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-747.
(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
(2) (i) “Shark” means any species of the subclass Elasmobranchii.
(ii) “Shark” does not include smooth–hounds, spiny dogfish, or species in the superorder Batoidea.
(3) “Shark fin” means the raw, dried, or otherwise processed detached fin or tail of a shark.
(b) (1) Except as provided in paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, a person may not possess, sell, offer for sale, trade, or distribute a shark fin.
(2) A person may possess a shark fin if:
(i) The person holds the appropriate State or federal license or permit authorizing the taking or landing of a shark for recreational or commercial purposes;
(ii) The shark fin is taken from a shark that the person has taken or landed; and
(iii) The shark fin is taken in a manner consistent with the person’s license.
(3) A museum, college, or university may possess a shark fin if the shark fin is used solely for display or research purposes.
(c) The Department shall adopt regulations to implement this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 4-747
What does Maryland Code § 4-747 cover?
Section 4-747 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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