Section 13-1801 - Definitions. - Maryland Statutes

§ 13-1801. Definitions.
 

(a)  In general.- In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. 
   
Revisor's Note.

This subsection is new language added as the standard introductory language to a definition section. 

(b)  Breakout ticket.- "Breakout ticket" includes instant bingo, Nevada club, lucky seven, and similar games. 
   
Revisor's Note.

This subsection is new language derived without substantive change from former Art. 27, § 255B(b)(10). 

(c)  Qualified organization.-  

(1) "Qualified organization" means a bona fide nonprofit organization qualified under 26 U.S.C. § 501(c)(3), (4), (7), or (10). 

(2) "Qualified organization" includes: 

(i) a religious organization; 

(ii) a volunteer fire company; 

(iii) a volunteer rescue squad; 

(iv) a fraternal organization; 

(v) a patriotic organization; 

(vi) an educational organization; and 

(vii) a charitable organization. 
   
Revisor's Note.

This subsection is new language derived without substantive change from former Art. 27, § 255B(a)(1), as it related to organizations that are authorized to hold bingo games or raffles. It is revised as a definition for clarity and brevity. 
 

In paragraph (2)(iv) and (vii) of this section, the former references to a "corporation" are deleted as included in the references to an "organization". 
 

[An. Code 1957, art. 27, § 255B(a)(1), (b)(10); 2002, ch. 26, § 2.]