Section 19-306 - Charging document. - Maryland Statutes

§ 19-306. Charging document.
 

(a)  In general.- In a prosecution under this subtitle, a charging document is sufficient if it: 

(1) describes the returnable container or returnable textile in a way that allows its identification; 

(2) affirms that the returnable container or returnable textile is distinctly marked and registered under this subtitle; and 

(3) gives the name of the owner of the returnable container or returnable textile, the person using the returnable container or returnable textile through registration, or, if applicable, the transferee. 

(b)  Particulars not required.- In a prosecution under this subtitle, a charging document need not: 

(1) state or describe the name, mark, or device attached, impressed, or imprinted on a returnable container or returnable textile; or 

(2) state the particulars of the registration of the returnable container or returnable textile or of the assignment or transfer of the registration. 
 

[An. Code 1957, art. 27, § 480; 2002, ch. 26, § 4.]