§ 10-1002
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§10–1002.
(a)A person may not:
(1)Knowingly make a false application or certificate in connection with the admission or detention of any individual; or
(2)Detain an individual in a manner contrary to Subtitle 6 or Subtitle 8 of this title.
(b)A person who violates any provision of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or both.
(c)In addition to any other penalties specified in this section, a person who willfully violates any provision of this section is liable for civil damages sustained by the individual who is admitted or detained unlawfully.