§21–259.1.

    (a)    A person may not open a sealed, closed, or fastened food container in a food store or supermarket if opening the package or container will leave the item in an unsalable condition, unless the person:

        (1)    Intends to purchase the item; or

        (2)    Has received from the proprietor authority to open the item.

    (b)    A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $25.

    (c)    The penalty provisions of Subtitle 12 of this title do not apply to this section.