Article 861 — Quackery.

Whoever, apart from the cases punishable under the Criminal Code (Art. 700); (a) obtains money by taking advantage of the credulity of others by sooth- saying in any form whatsoever, by calling upon spirits, by indicating means for finding a treasure, or in any similar manner; or (b) publicly offers, by advertising or otherwise, to resort to such practices for gain, is punishable with fine or arrest not exceeding one month.