Maryland Statutes
Part I - Nonsupport of Spouse; Nonsupport or Desertion of Minor Child -- in General
Section 10-201 - Nonsupport of Spouse Prohibited; Penalties

(a)    A spouse may not willfully fail to provide for the support of the other spouse, without just cause.
    (b)    An individual who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $100 or imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or both.
    (c)    If an individual is convicted under this section, the court may order the individual to pay any fine wholly or partly to the spouse.

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