Section 10-317.1 - Injunctions. - Maryland Statutes

§ 10-317.1. Injunctions.
 

(a)  Authorized.- An action may be maintained in the name of the State or the Board to enjoin: 

(1) The unauthorized practice of occupational therapy or limited occupational therapy; or 

(2) Conduct that is grounds for disciplinary action under § 10-315 of this subtitle. 

(b)  Standing conferred.- An action under this section may be brought by: 

(1) The Board; 

(2) The Attorney General, in the name of the State; or 

(3) A State's Attorney in the name of the State. 

(c)  Venue.- An action under this section may be brought in the county where: 

(1) The defendant resides; or 

(2) The defendant engaged in the act sought to be enjoined. 

(d)  Damages not required.- Proof that damage or possible damage will be incurred if an injunction is not granted is not required for an action under this section. 

(e)  Not exclusive.- An action under this section does not preclude a criminal prosecution for the unauthorized practice of occupational therapy under § 10-401 of this title or disciplinary action under § 10-315 of this subtitle. 
 

[2000, ch. 412; 2005, ch. 25, § 13.]