(a) A person may not obtain or attempt to obtain legal representation from the Office of the Public Defender by willfully and knowingly: (1) making a false representation or false statement; (2) failing to disclose the person’s true financial condition; or (3) using any other fraudulent means. (b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.
Maryland Legal Code