§ 9.5-312. False statements or representations

MD State Govt Code § 9.5-312 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    In a matter within the scope of this subtitle, a person may not:

(1)    knowingly and willfully falsify or conceal a material fact by trick, scheme, or device;

(2)    make a false, fictitious, or fraudulent statement or representation; or

(3)    make or use a false writing or document knowing the writing or document contains a false, fictitious, or fraudulent statement or entry.

(b)    Except as otherwise provided by law, a person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.