Section 5-308 - Representation; finality of decision; resolution of complaint. - Maryland Statutes

§ 5-308. Representation; finality of decision; resolution of complaint.
 

(a)  Representation.-  

(1) A complainant may be represented during the complaint process by any person the complainant chooses. 

(2) Either party may be represented at a hearing by counsel. 

(b)  Finality of decision.-  

(1) If a complainant fails to appeal a decision in accordance with this subtitle, the complainant is considered to have accepted the decision. 

(2) A failure to decide a complaint in accordance with this subtitle is considered a denial from which an appeal may be made. 

(c)  Resolution of complaint.- Each party shall make every effort to resolve a complaint at the lowest level possible. 
 

[1996, ch. 347, § 1.]