Maryland Statutes
Part III - Other Public Fraud
Section 8-521 - Fraudulently Obtaining Legal Representation From Public Defender's Office

(a)    A person may not obtain or attempt to obtain legal representation from the Office of the Public Defender by willfully and knowingly:
        (1)    making a false representation or false statement;
        (2)    failing to disclose the person’s true financial condition; or
        (3)    using any other fraudulent means.
    (b)    A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.