Section 14-2901 - Definitions. - Maryland Statutes

§ 14-2901. Definitions.
 

(a)  In general.- In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. 

(b)  Advertise.- "Advertise" means: 

(1) To publish, circulate, disseminate, or place before the public in any way or through any medium for the purpose of selling merchandise; and 

(2) Advertising by: 

(i) Exterior or interior signs, including neon or other electrical signs; 

(ii) Radio, telephone, or television; and 

(iii) Newspaper, magazine, book, notice, or any other method or material. 

(c)  Person.- "Person" includes an association, firm, partnership, corporation, or an agent or employee of any of these entities. 

(d)  Property.- "Property", as used in § 14-2902(a) through (c) of this subtitle, includes: 

(1) Merchandise; 

(2) Real estate; 

(3) Securities; 

(4) Employment; 

(5) A loan made at interest; 

(6) Any contract relating to real estate, securities, service, employment, or the making of loans at interest; or 

(7) Anything else of value. 
 

[An. Code 1957, art. 27, § 195(a); 2002, ch. 26, §§ 4, 12.]