Maryland Statutes
Part II - Medicaid Fraud
Section 8-516 - Criminal Penalty

(a)    If a violation of this part results in the death of an individual, a person who violates a provision of this part is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding life or a fine not exceeding $200,000 or both.
    (b)    If a violation of this part results in serious injury to an individual, a person who violates a provision of this part is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 20 years or a fine not exceeding $100,000 or both.
    (c)    If the value of the money, health care services, or other goods or services involved is $1,500 or more in the aggregate, a person who violates a provision of this part is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or a fine not exceeding $100,000 or both.
    (d)    A person who violates any other provision of this part is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine not exceeding $50,000 or both.
    (e)    (1)    In this subsection, “business entity” includes an association, firm, institution, partnership, and corporation.
        (2)    A business entity that violates a provision of this part is subject to a fine not exceeding:
            (i)    $250,000 for each felony; and
            (ii)    $100,000 for each misdemeanor.

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