§ 10-1002. False application or certificate; unlawful detention

MD Health-Gen Code § 10-1002 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    A person may not:

(1)    Knowingly make a false application or certificate in connection with the admission or detention of any individual; or

(2)    Detain an individual in a manner contrary to Subtitle 6 or Subtitle 8 of this title.

(b)    A person who violates any provision of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or both.

(c)    In addition to any other penalties specified in this section, a person who willfully violates any provision of this section is liable for civil damages sustained by the individual who is admitted or detained unlawfully.