# Health Occupations (GHO)

## Title 14. Physicians

### Subtitle 5F. Naturopathic Doctors

#### Section 14-5F-29

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, an individual may not practice, attempt to practice, or offer to practice naturopathic medicine in this State without a license.

(b) An individual who violates subsection (a) of this section or Sec. 14-5F-30 of this subtitle is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.

(c) Any individual who violates subsection (a) of this section or Sec. 14-5F-30 of this subtitle is subject to a civil fine of not more than $50,000 to be levied by a disciplinary panel.

(d) The Board shall pay any penalty collected under this section into the Board of Physicians Fund.

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