Md. Code, Business Regulation § 19–607

(a) A person who violates any provision of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $12,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or both, in addition to any penalty imposed under federal law.

(b) In determining the penalty, the court shall consider:

(1) any previous violations of this subtitle by the international marriage broker;

(2) the seriousness of the violation, including the nature, circumstances, and extent of the violation;

(3) the demonstrated good faith of the international marriage broker; and

(4) the necessity of deterring future violations.