Section 3-905 - Investigation. - Maryland Statutes

§ 3-905. Investigation.
 

(a)  In general.- The Commissioner shall investigate as necessary to determine compliance with this subtitle and regulations adopted under this subtitle. 

(b)  Confidentiality of written or oral statement.-  

(1) Any written or oral complaint or statement made by a person as part of an investigation under this section is confidential and may not be disclosed without the consent of the person until the investigation is concluded and a citation is issued. 

(2) Any written or oral statement made by an individual alleged to be employed by the respondent as part of an investigation under this section is confidential and may not be disclosed without the consent of the individual. 

(c)  Commissioner may enter place of business.- The Commissioner may enter a place of business or work site to: 

(1) observe work being performed; 

(2) interview individuals on the work site, including those identified as employees and independent contractors; and 

(3) review and copy records. 

(d)  Production of records.- The Commissioner may require each employer to: 

(1) identify and produce all records relevant to the classification of each individual; 

(2) attest to the truthfulness of each record that is copied in accordance with subsection (c)(3) of this section and to sign the copy; or 

(3) at the option of the employer, submit a written statement about the classification of each employee on the form provided by the Commissioner, with any relevant records attached. 

(e)  Fine for failure to produce records.- An employer that fails to produce records or a written statement under subsection (d) of this section within 15 business days after the Commissioner's request shall be subject to a fine not exceeding $500 per day for each day the records are not produced. 

(f)  Subpoena.-  

(1) The Commissioner may issue a subpoena for testimony and the production of records. 

(2) If a person fails to comply with a subpoena issued under this subsection, the Commissioner may file a complaint in the circuit court for the county where the person resides, is employed, or has a place of business, requesting an order directing compliance with the subpoena. 
 

[2009, ch. 188.]