The activities of which maryland professionals are subject to the commission’s code of ethics?
The revised rules, effective July 1, 2016, for Maryland Attorneys’ Rules of Professional Conduct and Attorney Trust Accounts are found under Maryland Rules, Title 19, Chapter 300
and Chapter 400, respectively. To access online, (1) click on Westlaw’s link below to get to the revised Maryland Rules (Title 19. Attorneys), (2) click on Chapter 300 (Maryland Attorneys’ Rules of Professional Conduct ) and (3) click on the section you wish to view. Below is a table of contents of the Maryland Attorneys’ Rules of Professional Conduct and Attorney Trust Accounts for informational purposes. Westlaw Link Title 19. Attorneys Client-Attorney Relationship
Law Firms and Associations
Chapter 400. Attorney Trust Accounts
What is the highest amount you can be fined by the Maryland real estate Commission for a serious violation?The most severe punishment will involve the revocation of a real estate license and a large fine in excess of $10,000. This might happen when a Maryland real estate broker collects rental income on behalf of his client, but fails to disburse the money to the client.
What happens in situations where an ethical complaint has resulted in the Maryland real estate Commission recommending charges be brought against the licensee?What happens in situations where an ethical complaint has resulted in the Maryland Real Estate Commission recommending charges be brought against the licensee? The licensee's license is immediately suspended.
Who makes recommendations to Commission regarding disciplinary actions?The Committee of Credentials (COC) reviews the allegations and may recommend to the Commission adverse action against a credential or application.
Which of the following is not true regarding compensation and Maryland licensees?Which of the following is NOT true regarding compensation and Maryland licensees? Licensees may not accept compensation from more than one transaction party without all parties' knowledge.
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