Md. Code, Local Government § 21–214

(a) A person or agency may not:

(1) fail to perform duties required under this subtitle;

(2) fail to pay the principal of and interest on any bonds, notes, or

other evidence of indebtedness as required by this subtitle; or

(3) use the money from bonds, notes, or other evidence of

indebtedness for any purpose other than the purpose specified under this subtitle.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on

conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine not exceeding

$1,000 or both.