Maryland Criminal Law Section 8-516

Article - Criminal Law

§ 8-516.

      (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 $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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