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Can you summarize MDCM Crim. Law, Title 8, Subtitle 1?
Short Summary
This legal document, found in Subtitle 1 of Title 8 of the Code of Maryland, governs the act of obtaining property or services by issuing or passing a check in violation of 8-103. It applies to any person who obtains property or services by issuing or passing a check in violation of this section. The document establishes different penalties based on the value of the property or services obtained. For property or services valued between $1,500 and less than $25,000, the penalty is imprisonment up to 5 years, a fine up to $10,000, or both. The penalties increase for higher value amounts. Additionally, the document addresses the issuance or passing of multiple checks within a 30-day period and sets penalties for property or services valued at less than $100. No exemptions are mentioned in this document.
Whom does it apply to?
The document applies to any person who obtains property or services by issuing or passing a check in violation of 8-103 of Subtitle 1 of Title 8 of the Code of Maryland, Criminal Law.
What does it govern?
The legal document governs the act of obtaining property or services by issuing or passing a check in violation of 8-103 of Subtitle 1 of Title 8 of the Code of Maryland, Criminal Law.
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned in this document.
What are the Penalties?
The penalties for violating the provisions of this document vary based on the value of the property or services obtained. For property or services valued between $1,500 and less than $25,000, the penalty is imprisonment up to 5 years, a fine up to $10,000, or both. The penalties increase for higher value amounts. Additionally, the document allows for immediate prosecution if the person issuing the check is the drawer and did not have an account with the drawee when the check was issued. Furthermore, obtaining property or services with a value of less than $100 by issuing or passing a check in violation of 8-103 may not be considered a lesser included crime of any other crime, unless specifically charged by the State.
Jurisdiction
Maryland