Maryland § 8-302
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8-302, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-302.
(a) In this section, “offer for sale” includes to induce, solicit, attempt, or advertise in a manner intended to encourage a person to purchase an identification card.
(b) Subject to subsection (c) of this section, a person may not:
(1) sell, issue, offer for sale, or offer to issue an identification card or document that contains:
(i) a blank space for a person’s age or date of birth; or
(ii) a person’s incorrect age or date of birth; or
(2) knowingly sell, issue, offer for sale, or offer to issue an identification card or document that contains:
(i) an incorrect name instead of a person’s true name; or
(ii) an incorrect address for a person.
(c) This section does not prohibit a manufacturer of identification cards or documents from selling or issuing identification cards or documents that contain a blank space for a person’s age or date of birth to:
(1) employers, for use as employee identification cards or documents;
(2) hospitals, for use as patient identification cards; or
(3) governmental units.
(d) (1) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or a fine not exceeding $2,000 or both.
(2) Each identification card or document sold or issued and each offer in violation of this section is a crime that may be separately prosecuted.
(e) The Attorney General, or the State’s Attorney for a county where a violation of this section occurs, may seek an injunction to stop a sale, issue, or offer that violates this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8-302
What does Maryland Code § 8-302 cover?
Section 8-302 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 § 8-302?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 8-302" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.
How does Maryland § 8-302 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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