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Title 16. Podiatrists — Subtitle 5. Prohibited Acts; Penalties

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Health Occ. § 16-501 (2026)
Title 16. Podiatrists
Subtitle 5. Prohibited Acts; Penalties

§ 16–501Copy Citation

Except as otherwise provided in this title, a person may not practice, attempt to practice, or offer to practice podiatry in this State unless licensed by the Board.
Md. Code Ann., Health Occ. § 16-502 (2026)
Title 16. Podiatrists
Subtitle 5. Prohibited Acts; Penalties

§ 16–502Copy Citation

Unless authorized to practice podiatry under this title, a person may not represent to the public by title, by description of services, methods, or procedures, or otherwise, that the person is authorized to practice podiatry in this State.
Md. Code Ann., Health Occ. § 16-505 (2026)
Title 16. Podiatrists
Subtitle 5. Prohibited Acts; Penalties

§ 16–505Copy Citation

(a)
Any person who practices, attempts to practice, or offers to practice podiatry in this State without complying with the provisions of this title is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 90 days.
(b)
Any person who violates § 16–501 of this subtitle is subject to a civil fine of not more than $50,000 to be assessed by the Board in accordance with regulations adopted by the Board.