§ 16–707
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 16-707 (2026)
Title 16. Real Estate Appraisers, Appraisal Management Companies, and Home Inspectors
Subtitle 7. Prohibited Acts; Penalties
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(a)
The Commission may impose on a person who violates this title a civil penalty not exceeding $5,000 for each violation, whether or not the person is licensed or holds a certificate under this title.
(b)
In setting the amount of a civil penalty, the Commission shall consider:
(1)
the seriousness of the violation;
(2)
the good faith of the violator;
(3)
any previous violations;
(4)
the harmful effect of the violation on the complainant, the public, and the business of home inspections or real estate appraisals;
(5)
the assets of the violator; and
(6)
any other relevant factors.