§ 19-607. Violations


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  •    (a) Penalty. -- 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) Considerations. -- 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.


HISTORY: 2010, chs. 519, 520.