(a)      In a matter within the scope of this subtitle, a person may not:

            (1)      Knowingly and willfully falsify or conceal a material fact by trick, scheme, or device;

            (2)      Make a false, fictitious, or fraudulent statement or representation; or

            (3)      Make or use a false writing or document knowing the writing or document contains a false, fictitious, or fraudulent statement or entry.

      (b)      Except as otherwise provided by law, a person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.