In a matter within the scope of this subtitle, a person may not: knowingly and willfully falsify or conceal a material fact by trick, scheme, or device; make a false, fictitious, or fraudulent statement or representation; or make or use a false writing or document knowing the writing or document contains a false, fictitious, or fraudulent statement or entry. Except as otherwise provided by law, a person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.