Nonsupport of and desertion of minor child prohibited; penalties

1. Law
2. Maryland Code
3. Family Law
4. Support in General
5. Criminal Nonsupport and Desertion
6. Nonsupport of Spouse; Nonsupport or Desertion of Minor Child -- in General
7. Nonsupport of and desertion of minor child prohibited; penalties

    (a)    A parent may not willfully fail to provide for the support of his or her minor child.

    (b)    A parent may not desert his or her minor child.

    (c)    An individual who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $100 or imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or both.

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