Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 11 - Prohibited Acts; Penalties
Section 9-1103 - Attempt to Influence Choice of Lawyer

(a)    An employer, superior, union official, member of a union, guild, or similar group, or another person connected with the employment of a covered employee entitled to benefits under this title may not attempt to influence, directly or indirectly, the choice of a lawyer by the covered employee:
        (1)    through corruption;
        (2)    by threat or force; or
        (3)    for personal gain.
    (b)    A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.

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