(a) If the State finds that a person has violated or is violating § 2–602(a) of this subtitle, the State may file a civil action in a court of competent jurisdiction within the State against the person.
(b) In filing a civil action under this section, the State may seek:
(1) The penalties provided under § 2–602(b) of this subtitle; and
(2) Subject to the guidelines set forth in § 2–605(a)(4) of this subtitle, court costs and attorney’s fees.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 2 - Maryland Department of Health
Subtitle 6 - False Claims Against State Health Plans and State Health Programs
Section 2-602 - False or Fraudulent Claims
Section 2-604 - Private Cause of Action
Section 2-605 - Private Cause of Action -- Award
Section 2-606 - Private Cause of Action -- Restrictions
Section 2-607 - Retaliatory Action
Section 2-608 - Notice of Protections and Obligations