(a) Compelling compliance. The court may compel compliance with the Commission's order by issuing an order to cease and desist from the violation or by granting other injunctive relief.
(b) Additional remedies.
(1) In addition, the court may:
(i) impose a fine not exceeding $5,000 for a violation of this article, with each day that the violation occurs being a separate offense; or
(ii) except as provided in subsection (b)(2), void an official act of an employee if:
1. the employee had a conflict of interest that is prohibited by this title;
2. the act arose from or concerned the subject matter of the conflict;
3. the proceeding was brought within 90 days after the act occurred; and
4. the court determines that the conflict had an impact on the act.
(2) The court may not void an official act that appropriates public funds, levies a tax, or provides for the issuance of a bond, note, or other evidence of public obligation.
(c) Relief granted. After hearing the case, the court may grant all or part of the relief sought.
(1985 Code, Art. 9, § 8-102) (Bill No. 38-03; Bill No. 80-18)
State Code reference – General Provisions Article, § 5-902.