# Criminal Law (GCR)

## Title 8. Fraud and Related Crimes

### Subtitle 5. Public Fraud

#### Section 8-516

(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.

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Md. Code Ann., Crim. Law (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)