Maryland § 4-606
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 4-606, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-606.
(a) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a person who practices or attempts to practice dentistry without a license in violation of § 4–601(a) of this subtitle or represents to the public in violation of § 4–602 of this subtitle that the person is authorized to practice dentistry is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to:
(i) For a first offense, a fine not exceeding $5,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year; or
(ii) For a subsequent offense, a fine not exceeding $20,000 per day or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years.
(2) This subsection does not apply to a person who practices or attempts to practice dentistry without a license if the person’s license has been expired for a period of not more than 6 months.
(b) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a person who practices or attempts to practice dental hygiene without a license in violation of § 4–601(a) of this subtitle, aids or abets unauthorized practice of dental hygiene in violation of § 4–601(b) of this subtitle, or represents to the public in violation of § 4–602 of this subtitle that the person is authorized to practice dental hygiene is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000.
(2) This subsection does not apply to a person who practices or attempts to practice dental hygiene without a license if the person’s license has been expired for a period of not more than 6 months.
(c) A person who violates any provision of Subtitle 4 of this title, which relates to dental laboratory work, or who advertises a dental appliance in violation of § 4–503(c) of this title is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $2,000 per day or imprisonment not exceeding 2 years.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 4-606
What does Maryland Code § 4-606 cover?
Section 4-606 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.
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