(a) A person may not knowingly and willfully falsify or conceal a material fact in connection with an application for funds from the Maryland Higher Education Commission.
(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 $5,000 or both.
(c) The Maryland Higher Education Commission shall notify each applicant for funds of the conduct that constitutes a violation of this section before a State scholarship award or grant is awarded.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 9 - Crimes Against Public Administration
Section 9-501 - False Statement -- to Law Enforcement Officer
Section 9-502 - False Statement -- When Under Arrest
Section 9-503 - False Statement -- to Public Official Concerning Crime or Hazard
Section 9-504 - False Statement -- Concerning Destructive Device or Toxic Material
Section 9-505 - Representation of Destructive Device
Section 9-507 - Common-Law Criminal Defamation Repealed
Section 9-508 - False Filings of Financing Statement or Amendment