Maryland § 9.5-418
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 9.5-418, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9.5-418.
(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section and subject to the provisions of subsection (d) of this section, a person who violates any provision of this subtitle or any rule or regulation adopted under this subtitle is subject to a civil penalty imposed in a civil action not exceeding $1,000 for each violation.
(b) A person who violates § 9.5–405(a) or (e) or § 9.5–416 of this subtitle and is served a civil citation under that section is subject to a civil penalty as follows:
(1) $250 for the first violation;
(2) $500 for the second violation; and
(3) $1,000 for the third and each subsequent violation.
(c) Each day a violation occurs is a separate violation under this section.
(d) The total amount of civil penalties imposed in an action under this section may not exceed $5,000.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 9.5-418
What does Maryland Code § 9.5-418 cover?
Section 9.5-418 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 § 9.5-418?
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