(a) A person who violates any provision of this title is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000.
(b) (1) The Board may impose on a person who violates any provision of this title a penalty not exceeding $5,000 for each violation.
(2) In setting the amount of the penalty, the Board shall consider:
(i) the seriousness of the violation;
(ii) the harm caused by the violation;
(iii) the good faith of the violator;
(iv) any history of previous violations by the violator; and
(v) any other relevant factors.
(3) The Board shall pay any penalty collected under this subsection into the General Fund of the State.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Business Occupations and Professions
Subtitle 5 - Prohibited Acts; Penalties
Section 7-501 - Practicing Without License
Section 7-502 - Misrepresentation as Authorized Practitioner
Section 7-503 - Using License of Another
Section 7-504 - Endorsement of Documents