§ 35-1. Controlled dangerous substances.

(a) Definitions.

(1) In general.

As used in this section, the following words have the meanings indicated unless the context dearly indicates otherwise.

(2) Controlled dangerous substance.

"Controlled dangerous substance" means a controlled dangerous substance as defined in the Article 27, Subtitle "Health - Controlled Dangerous Substances" of the Maryland Code.

(3) Parent.

"Parent" includes guardian.

(b) Prohibited conduct.

An adult, including a parent, shall not:

(1) buy a controlled dangerous substance from a minor;

(2) sell or induce a minor to use or possess a controlled dangerous substance; or

(3) cause to hold, look out, deliver, transport, or hold money or drugs, or in any way conspire to induce a minor to violate the provisions of this section.

(c) Lack of knowledge no defense.

A person charged with a violation of this section shall not use his or her lack of knowledge of the minor's age as a defense in the prosecution of any case under this section.

(d) Penalties.

A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction may be fined not more than $1,000 or imprisoned for a mandatory minimum period of not less than 60 days or not more than 1 year or both fine and imprisonment.