§ 3-326

(a) A surplus lines broker may not:

(1) knowingly or negligently deliver a false binder or cover note; or

(2) fail to notify the insured promptly of any material change with respect to surplus lines insurance by delivery to the insured of a substitute binder or cover note as provided in § 3-321 of this subtitle.

(b) A violation of subsection (a) of this section is a violation of this article.

(c) A person that violates subsection (a) of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to the penalty provided by § 1-301 of this article or to any greater applicable penalty provided by law.