Section 10-317.1 - Injunctions.
§ 10-317.1. Injunctions.
(a) Authorized.- An action may be maintained in the name of the State or the Board to enjoin:
(1) The unauthorized practice of occupational therapy or limited occupational therapy; or
(2) Conduct that is grounds for disciplinary action under § 10-315 of this subtitle.
(b) Standing conferred.- An action under this section may be brought by:
(1) The Board;
(2) The Attorney General, in the name of the State; or
(3) A State's Attorney in the name of the State.
(c) Venue.- An action under this section may be brought in the county where:
(1) The defendant resides; or
(2) The defendant engaged in the act sought to be enjoined.
(d) Damages not required.- Proof that damage or possible damage will be incurred if an injunction is not granted is not required for an action under this section.
(e) Not exclusive.- An action under this section does not preclude a criminal prosecution for the unauthorized practice of occupational therapy under § 10-401 of this title or disciplinary action under § 10-315 of this subtitle.
[2000, ch. 412; 2005, ch. 25, § 13.]