# Family Law (GFL)

## Title 4. Spouses

### Subtitle 5. Domestic Violence

#### Section 4-508

(a) An interim protective order, temporary protective order, and final protective order issued under this subtitle shall state that a violation of the order may result in:

  (1) criminal prosecution; and

  (2) imprisonment or fine or both.

(b) A temporary protective order and final protective order issued under this subtitle shall state that a violation of the order may result in a finding of contempt.

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