Maryland Courts and Judicial Proceedings Section 3-828

      (a)      An adult may not wilfully contribute to, encourage, cause or tend to cause any act, omission, or condition that renders a child in need of assistance.

      (b)      A person may be convicted under this section even if the child is not adjudicated a CINA.

      (c)      An adult who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $2,500 or imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or both.

      (d)      A petition alleging a violation of this section shall be prepared and filed by the State's Attorney.

      (e)      If an adult is charged under this section, the allegations shall be proved beyond a reasonable doubt.