Maryland § 6-5A-11
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 6-5A-11, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-5A-11.
(a) A person who commits a willful violation of this subtitle:
(1) is guilty of a misdemeanor;
(2) is subject, on conviction, to a fine not exceeding three times the value of the total gross amount of funds solicited by the public safety solicitor or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or both; and
(3) shall forfeit to the Secretary of State the bond required in § 6-5A-03 of this subtitle.
(b) A person who commits a grossly negligent violation of this subtitle:
(1) is guilty of a misdemeanor;
(2) is subject, on conviction, to a fine not exceeding the gross amount of funds solicited by the public safety solicitor or liability for restitution that the court determines or both; and
(3) shall forfeit to the Secretary of State the bond required in § 6-5A-03 of this subtitle.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 6-5A-11
What does Maryland Code § 6-5A-11 cover?
Section 6-5A-11 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 § 6-5A-11?
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