§8–521.

    (a)    A person may not obtain or attempt to obtain legal representation from the Office of the Public Defender by willfully and knowingly:

        (1)    making a false representation or false statement;

        (2)    failing to disclose the person’s true financial condition; or

        (3)    using any other fraudulent means.

    (b)    A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.