§ 10–1002
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 10-1002 (2026)
Title 10. Mental Health Law
Subtitle 10. Prohibited Acts; Penalties; Civil Liability
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(a)
A person may not:
(1)
Knowingly make a false application or certificate in connection with the admission or detention of any individual; or
(2)
Detain an individual in a manner contrary to Subtitle 6 or Subtitle 8 of this title.
(b)
A person who violates any provision of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or both.
(c)
In addition to any other penalties specified in this section, a person who willfully violates any provision of this section is liable for civil damages sustained by the individual who is admitted or detained unlawfully.