§ 21–1215
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 21-1215 (2026)
Title 21. Food, Drugs, and Cosmetics
Subtitle 12. Penalties
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(a)
This section does not apply to a violation of § 21–220(b)(4), § 21–228, or § 21–259.3 of this title.
(b)
A person who violates any provision of Subtitle 2 of this title or any regulation adopted under Subtitle 2 of this title is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to:
(1)
A fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or both; or
(2)
If the person has been convicted once of violating Subtitle 2 of this title, a fine not exceeding $25,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or both.
(c)
In addition to any criminal penalties imposed under this section, a person who violates any provision of Subtitle 2 of this title, any rule or regulation adopted under Subtitle 2 of this title, or any term, condition, or limitation of any license or registration issued under Subtitle 2 of this title:
(1)
Is subject to a civil penalty not exceeding $5,000, in an action in any District Court; and
(2)
May be enjoined from continuing the violation.
(d)
Each day on which a violation occurs is a separate violation under this section.