Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 7 - Prohibited Acts
Section 11-701 - Fraudulently Obtaining Legal Assistance

(a)    A person may not obtain, attempt to obtain, or aid another person in obtaining or attempting to obtain legal assistance to which the person is not entitled by:
        (1)    willfully making a false statement or representation;
        (2)    willfully failing to disclose a material change in financial condition;
        (3)    impersonating another; or
        (4)    any other fraudulent means.
    (b)    (1)    A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.
        (2)    (i)    A person convicted under this section shall make full restitution of the value of the legal assistance unlawfully received.
            (ii)    The person shall be given notice and the opportunity for a hearing on the amount and terms of the payment.