Section 5-401 – Unauthorized Practice

    Except as otherwise provided in this title, a person may not practice, attempt to practice, or offer to practice dietetics in the State unless licensed by the Board.

Section 5-402 – Misrepresentation of Title

    (a)    Except as otherwise provided under this title, a person may not represent or imply to the public by use of the title “licensed dietitian-nutritionist”, by other title, by description of services, methods, or procedures that the person is authorized to practice dietetics in the State.     (b)    Unless authorized to practice dietetics under this title, a person […]

Section 5-403 – Penalties for Violations

    (a)    A person who violates § 5–401 or § 5–402 of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or both.     (b)    A person who violates § 5–401 or § 5–402 of this subtitle is subject to a civil fine not […]

Section 5-404 – Cease and Desist Orders or Injunction Authorized

    The Board may issue a cease and desist order or obtain injunctive relief for a violation of any provision of § 5–401 or § 5–402 of this subtitle.

Section 5-405 – Injunction; Procedure

    (a)    An action may be maintained in the name of the State or the Board to enjoin:         (1)    The unauthorized practice of dietetics; or         (2)    Conduct that is a ground for disciplinary action under § 5–311 of this title.     (b)    An action under this section may be brought by:         (1)    The Board, in its own name;         (2)    The Attorney General, in […]