§ 3–402
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Gen. Prov. § 3-402 (2026)
Title 3. Open Meetings Act
Subtitle 4. Enforcement
§ 3–402LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In accordance with § 3–401 of this subtitle, a public body that willfully meets with knowledge that the meeting is being held in violation of this subtitle is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed:
(1)
$250 for the first violation; and
(2)
$1,000 for each subsequent violation that occurs within 3 years after the first violation.
(b)
When determining the amount of a fine under subsection (a) of this section, the court shall consider the financial resources available to the public body and the ability of the public body to pay the fine.