§ 14-3306. Remedies for violations of subtitle

   (a) Fine and civil penalties. -- An immigration consultant that violates this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $ 1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or both, in addition to any civil penalties imposed under subsection (b) of this section.

(b) Action for damages. -- An individual injured by a violation of any provision of this subtitle may bring an action to recover:

   (1) Any fees or other compensation paid to the immigration consultant; and

   (2) Reasonable attorney's fees in an amount equal to the greater of:

      (i) $ 2,000;

      (ii) One-third of the amount obtained under item (1) of this subsection; or

      (iii) One-third of the amount obtained under subsection (c) of this section, if applicable.

(c) Treble damages. -- The court may award up to three times the amount of damages authorized under subsection (b)(1) of this section.

HISTORY: 2005, ch. 570.