Maryland · Maryland Code — Criminal Law Article

Md. Code, Crim. Law § 8-516: - 311 - (a) If a violation of this part results in the death of an individual, a person who violates a provision of this part is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding life or a fine not exceeding $200,000 or both

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This statute establishes felony and misdemeanor offenses for violations of this part, with penalties ranging from life imprisonment for violations causing death to 3 years imprisonment for other violations. Business entities face separate fines.

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