Md. Code Regs. 12.04.09.03

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 12, June 14, 2024

Section 12.04.09.03 - Police Accountability Board

A. A PAB shall ensure public accountability and transparency over the powers exercised by law enforcement agencies.

B. A local governing body shall establish a PAB consistent with the provisions established in Public Safety Article, § 3-102, Annotated Code of Maryland.

C. A local governing body shall determine the number of individuals necessary to administer the PAB.

D. PAB Membership Eligibility.

(1) A local governing body may impose eligibility criteria on PAB membership such as requiring that an applicant be:

(a) At least 21 years old;

(b) A legal resident or citizen of the United States of America; and

(c) A resident of the jurisdiction the PAB serves.

(2) An appointed member shall sign an agreement to maintain the confidentiality of PAB matters related to individual complaints until final disposition.

Md. Code Regs. 12.04.09.03

Regulation .03 adopted effective 49:27 Md. R. 1111, eff. 1/9/2023