§ 10–201
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Fam. Law § 10-201 (2026)
Title 10. Support in General
Subtitle 2. Criminal Nonsupport and Desertion
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(a)
A spouse may not willfully fail to provide for the support of the other spouse, without just cause.
(b)
An individual who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $100 or imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or both.
(c)
If an individual is convicted under this section, the court may order the individual to pay any fine wholly or partly to the spouse.