Section 14-2903 - Bait and switch. - Maryland Statutes

§ 14-2903. Bait and switch.
 

(a)  Prohibited.- A person may not advertise for sale merchandise, commodities, or service through an advertisement describing the merchandise, commodities, or service: 

(1) As part of a plan or scheme with the intent not to sell the merchandise, commodity, or service at the advertised price; or 

(2) With the intent not to sell the merchandise, commodity, or service. 

(b)  Penalty.- A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $500 or both. 
 

[An. Code 1957, art. 27, § 198; 2002, ch. 26, § 4.]