Maryland § 8-103
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8-103, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-103.
(a) If a governmental entity finds that a person has violated or is violating § 8–102 of this title, the governmental entity may file a civil action in a court of competent jurisdiction within the State against the person.
(b) In filing a civil action under this section, the governmental entity may seek:
(1) the penalties provided under § 8–102(c) of this title; and
(2) subject to the guidelines under § 8–105(b)(4) of this subtitle, court costs and attorney’s fees.
(c) A governmental entity may not maintain an action under this section if the governmental entity has filed a civil action based on the same underlying act under § 2–603 of the Health – General Article or has sought enforcement by the Attorney General under § 11–205 or § 11–205.1 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
Source: official Maryland text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8-103
What does Maryland Code § 8-103 cover?
Section 8-103 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 § 8-103?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 8-103" (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 § 8-103 apply to my situation?
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