# COMAR Title 10 — Maryland Department of Health

## Subtitle 19 — Dangerous Devices and Substances

### Chapter 08 — Prohibition of Consumer Products Containing Flame-Retardant Chemicals

#### Regulation .05 Violations.

*COMAR 10.19.08.05*

A. If a person willfully violates this chapter, the Secretary may assess a civil penalty:

  (1) For a first violation after receiving a letter of reprimand, not exceeding $2,500;

  (2) For a second violation, not exceeding $5,000;

  (3) For a third violation, not exceeding $7,500; and

  (4) For any subsequent violation, not exceeding $10,000 for each violation.

B. In determining the amount of a penalty under §A of this regulation, the Secretary shall consider:

  (1) The nature and severity of the violation;

  (2) The good faith of the person;

  (3) The history of violations by the person;

  (4) The extent to which the person cooperated with any investigation by the Department; and

  (5) Whether the person has previously been issued a letter of reprimand.

C. For a violation of this chapter, the Secretary shall issue a letter of reprimand.