Maryland § 1-305
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 1-305, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1-305.
(a) Any officer, employee, agent, or director of a fiduciary institution who knowingly and willfully discloses financial records in violation of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine of not more than $1,000.
(b) Any person who knowingly and willfully induces or attempts to induce an officer, employee, agent, or director of a fiduciary institution to disclose financial records in violation of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine of not more than $1,000.
(c) (1) Subsections (a) and (b) of this section do not apply in connection with an abuse report required under § 1–306(d) of this subtitle.
(2) A fiduciary institution that fails to file an abuse report concerning an elder adult as required under § 1–306(d) of this subtitle is subject to:
(i) A civil penalty not exceeding $1,000; or
(ii) If the failure to report is willful, a civil penalty not exceeding $5,000.
(3) The civil penalties provided under paragraph (2) of this subsection:
(i) May be recovered only in a civil action brought by the Attorney General against the fiduciary institution; and
(ii) Shall be paid by the fiduciary institution.
(4) A person who discloses information contained in an abuse report in violation of § 1–306(d)(4) of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 1-305
What does Maryland Code § 1-305 cover?
Section 1-305 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 1-305?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 1-305" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 1-305 apply to my situation?
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