(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.
Maryland Legal Code