§ 11-701. Fraudulently obtaining legal assistance

MD Human Svs Code § 11-701 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    A person may not obtain, attempt to obtain, or aid another person in obtaining or attempting to obtain legal assistance to which the person is not entitled by:

(1)    willfully making a false statement or representation;

(2)    willfully failing to disclose a material change in financial condition;

(3)    impersonating another; or

(4)    any other fraudulent means.

(b)    (1)    A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

(2)    (i)    A person convicted under this section shall make full restitution of the value of the legal assistance unlawfully received.

(ii)    The person shall be given notice and the opportunity for a hearing on the amount and terms of the payment.