§ 5–844
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Gen. Prov. § 5-844 (2026)
Title 5. Maryland Public Ethics Law
Subtitle 8. Local Government Provisions
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(a)
A person who knowingly and willfully violates this part is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000.
(b)
If the person is a business entity and not a natural person, each officer and partner of the business entity who knowingly authorized or participated in the violation is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to the same penalties as the business entity.
(c)
This part shall be enforced by the State’s Attorney for Montgomery County.