Maryland § 14-127

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 14-127, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 14-127.

    (a)    A person who sells a business opportunity may not, in a disclosure statement or amendment to it, willfully make a false or misleading statement of a material fact or willfully omit to state a material fact required or necessary to make the statements in a disclosure statement not misleading.

    (b)    A person who violates this section is guilty of a felony and, on conviction, is subject for each violation to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 14-127

What does Maryland Code § 14-127 cover?

Section 14-127 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 § 14-127?

A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 14-127" (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 § 14-127 apply to my situation?

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