Md. Code Regs. 17.01.01.06

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024

Section 17.01.01.06 - Central Collection Unit's Responsibility

A. The Central Collection Unit shall accept all delinquent accounts submitted in accordance with Regulation .05 of this chapter and shall initial and return one copy of the transmittal letter to the transferring agency.

B. The Central Collection Unit shall initiate collection procedures.

C. The Central Collection Unit monthly shall notify the agency of collections or abatements on its accounts by transmitting a copy of the cash and journal voucher report showing all monetary changes to the agency's accounts being collected by the Central Collection Unit. The Comptroller shall be notified of these collections, less any applicable charges, by STARS 120 Report from the Central Collection Unit.

D. The Central Collection Unit, whenever possible, shall collect attorney fees, collection fees, interest penalties, and other costs over and above the principal debt allowed by law, the original note, contract, or other documents.

Md. Code Regs. 17.01.01.06

Regulation .06C and D amended effective December 28, 1987 (14:26 Md. R. 2748)