Section 12-108 - Authority to subpoena witnesses and take testimony. - Maryland Statutes

§ 12-108. Authority to subpoena witnesses and take testimony.
 

(a)  In general.- In any matter subject to its jurisdiction, the Administration may subpoena any person or documents and take the testimony of any person, in the same manner and with the same fees and mileage as provided for by law in civil cases. 

(b)  Enforcement by circuit court.- If any person fails to comply with a lawful order or subpoena issued by the Administration, the Administration may petition a court of competent jurisdiction to compel obedience to the subpoena or order and to compel the production of relevant documents and other evidence. 

(c)  Injunctive relief.-  

(1) If the Administration concludes that continuing conduct of a person alleged to be in violation of Title 15 of this article may result in substantial harm to any other person, the Administration may sue for injunctive relief against the conduct. 

(2) If the Administration sues for injunctive relief under this subsection against a person who is alleged to have engaged in conduct that requires a license under Title 15 of this article, but who does not have a license, the Administration need not: 

(i) Post bond; or 

(ii) Show that no adequate remedy at law exists. 

(3) A suit under this subsection shall be brought in the circuit court for the county where: 

(i) The alleged violation occurs; or 

(ii) The principal place of business of the alleged violator is located. 
 

[An. Code 1957, art. 661/2, § 2-319; 1977, ch. 14, § 2; 2000, ch. 505; 2003, ch. 105.]