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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".08" citation="COMAR 10.44.01.08" title_num="10" subtitle_num="44" chapter_num="01" heading="Penalties for Violations of These Regulations.">
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>A dentist who uses the services of a dental assistant who is not qualified or for purposes other than what is permitted may be found guilty of unprofessional conduct under Health Occupations Article, §4-315(a)(16), Annotated Code of Maryland, or violating any rule or regulation adopted by the Board under Health Occupations Article, §4-315(a)(18), Annotated Code of Maryland.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>The performance of intraoral duties not authorized by these regulations by a dental assistant may constitute the illegal practice of dentistry, a misdemeanor which on conviction is subject to:</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>For a first offense, a fine not exceeding $2,000 or imprisonment in jail not exceeding 6 months; or</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>For a subsequent offense, a fine not exceeding $6,000 or imprisonment in the State penitentiary not exceeding 1 year.</text>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>