# Human Services (GHU)

## Title 5. Public Assistance

### Subtitle 4. State Public Assistance Programs

#### Section 5-411

(a) Except in connection with a criminal proceeding brought under this part, a person may not charge or receive a fee from an applicant, recipient, or any other person:

  (1) with respect to an application under this part; or

  (2) to represent an applicant or recipient in any proceeding under this part.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500.

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