Section 16-601 - Commencement of proceedings. - Maryland Statutes

§ 16-601. Commencement of proceedings.
 

(a)  Commencement.- Subject to the provisions of this section, the Commission shall start proceedings under § 16-701 or § 16-701.1 of this title on a complaint made to the Commission by any person. 

(b)  Form and contents of complaint.-  

(1) A complaint shall: 

(i) be in writing; and 

(ii) state specifically the facts on which the complaint is based. 

(2) If a complaint is made by any person other than the Commission, the complaint shall be made under oath by the person who submits the complaint. 

(3) A complaint may be accompanied by documentary or other evidence. 

(c)  Investigation.- The Commission shall investigate each complaint submitted to the Commission if the complaint: 

(1) alleges facts that establish a prima facie case that is grounds for disciplinary action under § 16-701 or § 16-701.1 of this title; and 

(2) meets the requirements of this section. 

(d)  Findings and disposition after investigation.-  

(1) On conclusion of the investigation, the Commission shall determine if there is a reasonable basis to believe that there are grounds for disciplinary action under § 16-701 or § 16-701.1 of this title against an applicant or licensee. 

(2) (i) If the Commission finds a reasonable basis as provided under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Commission shall act on the complaint as provided under § 16-602 of this subtitle. 

(ii) If the Commission does not find a reasonable basis as provided under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Commission shall dismiss the complaint. 
 

[1990, ch. 594; 1994, ch. 3, § 13; 2001, ch. 470.]