§ 7–316.1
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health Occ. § 7-316.1 (2026)
Title 7. Morticians and Funeral Directors
Subtitle 3
§ 7–316.1LinkCopy Citation
(a)
An action may be maintained in the name of the State or the Board to enjoin:
(1)
The unauthorized practice of mortuary science; or
(2)
Conduct that constitutes a ground for disciplinary action under § 7-315 of this subtitle.
(b)
An action under this section may be brought by:
(1)
The Board;
(2)
The Attorney General; or
(3)
A State’s Attorney.
(c)
An action under this section shall be brought in the county where the defendant:
(1)
Resides; or
(2)
Engages in the practice of mortuary science.
(d)
Proof of actual damage or proof that a person will sustain damage if an injunction is not granted is not required for an action under this section.
(e)
Criminal prosecution for the unauthorized practice of mortuary science under § 7-501 of this title or disciplinary action under § 7-316 of this subtitle does not prohibit an action to enjoin under this section.