Cal. Civ. Code § 6-850
Md. Code Ann., Environment Art. Title 6, Subtitle 8 — Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
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(a) Except as provided in § 6–849 of this subtitle, in addition to any other remedies provided in this subtitle, the provisions and procedures of §§ 7–256 through 7–264 and 7–266 of this article shall be used and shall apply to enforce violations of this subtitle, provided that the penalty imposed under § 7–266(b)(2)(i) of this article may not exceed $500 per day for any violation of this subtitle. (b) If an accredited supervisor falsely verifies that work was performed on an affected property pursuant to § 6–819(g) of this subtitle, the owner of the affected property who employs the supervisor and who has actual knowledge of the false verification shall be subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $30,000. (c) A person who falsifies information that is submitted in a report under § 6–818(a)(1)(iii) of this subtitle is liable for a civil penalty not exceeding $50,000, to be collected in a civil action.
Under Md. Code Ann., Env. §§ 6-801 to 6-852 § 6-850, Maryland law establishes a layered civil penalty structure for violations related to lead paint work on affected properties. General subtitle violations can result in penalties of up to $500 per day, while a property owner whose accredited supervisor falsely verifies completed work—and who had actual knowledge of that false verification—faces a civil penalty of up to $30,000. Additionally, any person who falsifies information in a required report can be held liable for a civil penalty of up to $50,000, collectible through a civil action.
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Md. Code Ann., Env. §§ 6-801 to 6-852 § 6-850 places significant financial exposure on property owners who employ accredited supervisors and have actual knowledge of false work verifications, with penalties reaching up to $30,000 in such cases. Compliant operators generally ensure that all supervisors they employ are properly accredited, that work verifications are accurate and well-documented, and that any reports submitted under the subtitle contain truthful information. Maintaining thorough records of lead remediation work and supervisor credentials is a practice commonly associated with operators who remain in good standing under this subtitle.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Md. Code Ann., Env. §§ 6-801 to 6-852 § 6-850 gives tenants context for understanding the serious consequences Maryland law attaches to falsified lead paint work verifications and inaccurate reports on affected properties. If a tenant suspects that a landlord or supervisor has submitted false documentation about lead remediation work, this provision establishes that civil penalties and enforcement mechanisms are available under Maryland law. Tenants who believe their rights under the lead paint subtitle have been violated may consider contacting a local tenant-rights organization, the Maryland Department of the Environment, or consulting with a legal aid provider to understand available enforcement paths.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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