Md. Code, Human Services § 5-411
This is the official text of Md. Code, Human Services § 5-411, part of Maryland’s Code, Human Services — governs state social service programs.
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§5–411.
Official statutory text
(a) Except in connection with a criminal proceeding brought under this part, a person may not charge or receive a fee from an applicant, recipient, or any other person:
(1) with respect to an application under this part; or
(2) to represent an applicant or recipient in any proceeding under this part.
(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500.
(1) with respect to an application under this part; or
(2) to represent an applicant or recipient in any proceeding under this part.
(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500.
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