Medicaid fraud in Maryland is governed by the Maryland Criminal Law Article, specifically under Title 8 (Fraud) and related federal statutes. Medicaid fraud involves knowingly making false statements or representations to obtain payment from the Maryland Medical Assistance Program. This can include billing for services not rendered, upcoding, or providing unnecessary services. Under Maryland law, Medicaid fraud can be prosecuted as a felony, with penalties including imprisonment for up to 5 years and fines up to $100,000 per violation. Federal charges under 18 U.S.C. § 1347 (Health Care Fraud) carry even steeper penalties, including up to 10 years in federal prison.
Last verified: April 2026 | District Court of MD for St. Mary’s County | Maryland General Assembly
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For the official Maryland statute on fraud, see Md. Code, Criminal Law Article § 8-101 (Maryland General Assembly — official site).
For federal health care fraud statutes, see 18 U.S.C. § 1347 (U.S. Department of Justice — official site).
In the District Court of MD for St. Mary’s County, prosecutors routinely pursue Medicaid fraud cases with aggressive charging strategies. We have observed that early intervention can significantly affect the outcome.
- Contact a Medicaid fraud lawyer immediately upon learning of an investigation.
- Do not speak to investigators without legal representation present.
- Preserve all documents and records related to your Medicaid billing.
- Request a bail review hearing if detained after arrest.
- Attend all court appearances at the District Court of MD for St. Mary’s County.
- Work with your attorney to explore PBJ or other favorable dispositions.
In St. Mary’s County, Medicaid fraud carries penalties ranging from misdemeanor to felony classifications, with potential incarceration and fines.
| Offense | Classification | Incarceration | Fine | License Impact | Additional Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicaid Fraud (State) | Felony | Up to 5 years | Up to $100,000 | Exclusion from Medicaid | Probation, restitution |
| Health Care Fraud (Federal) | Felony | Up to 10 years | Up to $250,000 | Exclusion from federal programs | Asset forfeiture, supervised release |
Results may vary.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Probation Before Judgment (PBJ) in St. Mary’s County, Maryland?
Yes. PBJ is a Maryland disposition where the judge places you on probation instead of entering a guilty verdict. PBJ avoids a formal conviction on your record and is available for most misdemeanors and many felonies at District Court of MD for St. Mary’s County (23110 Leonard Hall Drive, Leonardtown, MD 20650). After probation, PBJ cases can be expunged (3-year waiting period).
PBJ avoids a formal conviction on your record.
Can I get my criminal record expunged in St. Mary’s County, Maryland?
Yes. Maryland allows expungement for acquittals, dismissals, Nolle Prosequi, Stet, PBJ (after 3 years), and many non-violent convictions under the Justice Reinvestment Act. Cases in St. Mary’s County are expunged through the court where the case was heard (District Court of MD for St. Mary’s County).
Expungement is available for many dispositions.
What happens after a criminal arrest in St. Mary’s County, Maryland?
After arrest in St. Mary’s County: (1) initial appearance before a District Court commissioner who sets bail, (2) bail review hearing within 24 hours if detained, (3) arraignment, (4) trial. Misdemeanors are tried at District Court of MD for St. Mary’s County (23110 Leonard Hall Drive, Leonardtown, MD 20650). Felonies go to St. Mary’s County Circuit Court.
The process includes bail review, arraignment, and trial.
Do I need a lawyer for a misdemeanor in St. Mary’s County, Maryland?
It depends. Many Maryland misdemeanors carry significant penalties — second-degree assault: up to 10 years; theft $100-$1,500: up to 6 months. An attorney at District Court of MD for St. Mary’s County can negotiate PBJ (no conviction on record) or dismissal.
An attorney can help avoid a conviction on your record.
What is the difference between state and federal charges?
Federal charges are prosecuted by the U.S. Attorney with generally harsher penalties and no parole. An experienced federal defense attorney is critical.
Federal charges carry harsher penalties.
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Last verified: April 2026