Property Management (alternative)

In Maryland, an HOA board member who uses HOA funds for personal expenses may face:

AOnly removal from the board
BCivil liability, criminal prosecution for embezzlement, and personal liability to the HOA and its members✓ Correct
COnly a fine from MREC
DOnly a civil lawsuit from other HOA members

Explanation

Misappropriation of HOA funds is a serious breach of fiduciary duty that can result in personal civil liability, removal from the board, and criminal prosecution for embezzlement.

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