Section 2-4A-24 – Misdemeanor and Penalties
An individual who violates any provision of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or both.
Section 2-4A-25 – Citation of Subtitle
This subtitle may be cited as the Maryland Music Therapists Act.
Section 2-4A-19 – Cease and Desist Orders
The Board may issue a cease and desist order for a violation of this subtitle.
Section 2-4A-04 – Fees Set by Board — Collected Fees to Comptroller — Use of Fees
(a) (1) The Board shall set reasonable fees for the issuance and renewal of licenses and the other services the Board provides to music therapists. (2) The fees charged shall be set so as to produce funds to approximate the cost of maintaining the licensure program and the other services provided to music therapists. (b) (1) The Board shall pay […]
Section 2-4A-20 – Action Brought in Name of State or Board — Location of Filed Action — Proof of Damages Not Required — Action Additional to Criminal Prosecution
(a) An action may be maintained in the name of the State or the Board to enjoin: (1) The unauthorized practice of music therapy; or (2) Conduct that is a ground for disciplinary action under § 2–4A–14 of this subtitle. (b) An action under this section may be brought by: (1) The Board, in its own name; (2) The Attorney General, […]
Section 2-4A-05 – Practice of Music Therapy by Licensed Individuals
Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, beginning January 1, 2022, an individual shall be licensed by the Board before the individual may engage in the practice of music therapy in the State.
Section 2-4A-21 – Music Therapist Rehabilitation Subcommittee — Proceedings, Records and Files Not Discoverable and Not Admissible — No Civil Liability for Member of Subcommittee
(a) In this section, “music therapist rehabilitation subcommittee” means a subcommittee of the Board that: (1) Is recognized by the Board; (2) Includes music therapists; and (3) Evaluates and provides assistance to any music therapist in need of treatment and rehabilitation for alcoholism, drug abuse, chemical dependency, or other physical, emotional, or mental condition. (b) The music therapist rehabilitation subcommittee […]
Section 2-4A-06 – Licensing Requirements
(a) To qualify for a license, an applicant shall be an individual who meets the requirements of this section. (b) The applicant shall: (1) Be of good moral character; and (2) Be at least 18 years old. (c) The applicant shall: (1) (i) Be a board certified music therapist; and (ii) Provide proof: 1. A. Of passing the examination for board certification offered by the […]
Section 2-4A-22 – Practice of Music Therapy Limited to Licensees — Violations
(a) Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, an individual may not practice, attempt to practice, or offer to practice music therapy in the State unless licensed by the Board. (b) Each violation of this section is a separate offense.
Section 2-4A-07 – Applying for License
To apply for a license, an applicant shall: (1) Submit an application to the Board on the form that the Board requires; (2) Pay to the Board the application fee set by the Board; and (3) Submit to a criminal history records check in accordance with § 2–303.1 of this title.