Section 7-316.1 - Injunction actions. - Maryland Statutes

§ 7-316.1. Injunction actions.
 

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

(1) The unauthorized practice of mortuary science; or 

(2) Conduct that constitutes a ground for disciplinary action under § 7-315 of this subtitle. 

(b)  By whom brought.- An action under this section may be brought by: 

(1) The Board; 

(2) The Attorney General; or 

(3) A State's Attorney. 

(c)  Where brought.- An action under this section shall be brought in the county where the defendant: 

(1) Resides; or 

(2) Engages in the practice of mortuary science. 

(d)  Proof of damage not required.- Proof of actual damage or proof that a person will sustain damage if an injunction is not granted is not required for an action under this section. 

(e)  Criminal prosecution does not prohibit injunction.- Criminal prosecution for the unauthorized practice of mortuary science under § 7-501 of this title or disciplinary action under § 7-316 of this subtitle does not prohibit an action to enjoin under this section. 
 

[1997, ch. 662.]