Unless authorized under this title, a person may not: obtain or attempt to obtain controlled paraphernalia by: fraud, deceit, misrepresentation, or subterfuge; counterfeiting a prescription or a written order; concealing a material fact or the use of a false name or address; falsely assuming the title of or representing to be a manufacturer, distributor, or authorized provider; or making or issuing a false or counterfeit prescription or written order; or possess or distribute controlled paraphernalia under circumstances which reasonably indicate an intention to use the controlled paraphernalia for purposes of illegally administering a controlled dangerous substance. Evidence of circumstances that reasonably indicate an intent to use controlled paraphernalia to manufacture, distribute, or dispense a controlled dangerous substance unlawfully include the close proximity of the controlled paraphernalia to an adulterant, diluent, or equipment commonly used to illegally manufacture, distribute, or dispense controlled dangerous substances, including: a scale; a sieve; a strainer; a measuring spoon; staples; a stapler; a glassine envelope; a gelatin capsule; procaine hydrochloride; mannitol; lactose; quinine; and a controlled dangerous substance. Information that is communicated to a physician to obtain controlled paraphernalia from the physician in violation of this subtitle is not a privileged communication. A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to: for a first violation, a fine not exceeding $500; and for each subsequent violation, imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.