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§ 8–516

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Crim. Law § 8-516 (2026)
Title 8. Fraud and Related Crimes
Subtitle 5. Public Fraud

§ 8–516Copy Citation

(a)
If a violation of this part results in the death of an individual, a person who violates a provision of this part is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding life or a fine not exceeding $200,000 or both.
(b)
If a violation of this part results in serious injury to an individual, a person who violates a provision of this part is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 20 years or a fine not exceeding $100,000 or both.
(c)
If the value of the money, health care services, or other goods or services involved is $1,500 or more in the aggregate, a person who violates a provision of this part is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or a fine not exceeding $100,000 or both.
(d)
A person who violates any other provision of this part is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine not exceeding $50,000 or both.
(e)
(1)
In this subsection, “business entity” includes an association, firm, institution, partnership, and corporation.
(2)
A business entity that violates a provision of this part is subject to a fine not exceeding:
(i)
$250,000 for each felony; and
(ii)
$100,000 for each misdemeanor.