§ 19-607
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§19–607.
(a)A person who violates any provision of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $12,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or both, in addition to any penalty imposed under federal law.
(b)In determining the penalty, the court shall consider:
(1)any previous violations of this subtitle by the international marriage broker;
(2)the seriousness of the violation, including the nature, circumstances, and extent of the violation;
(3)the demonstrated good faith of the international marriage broker; and
(4)the necessity of deterring future violations.