Current with changes from the 2024 Legislative Session
Section 9-2427 - Disciplinary proceedings(a) Except as provided under subsection (d) of this section, the Board shall commence disciplinary proceedings under § 9-2426 of this subtitle on receipt of a complaint submitted to the Board against an applicant or a licensee.(b)(1) A complaint shall state specifically the facts on which the complaint is based.(2) If the complaint is made by any person other than a member of the Board, the complaint shall be made under oath by the person who submits the complaint.(c)(1) If the Board finds that a complaint alleges facts that are adequate grounds for action under § 9-2426 of this subtitle, the Board shall act on the complaint in accordance with § 9-2428 of this subtitle.(2) If the Board does not make a finding under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Board shall dismiss the complaint.(d)(1) The Board may use a restorative justice program in lieu of taking final action on a complaint under § 9-2426 of this subtitle.(2) The Board shall adopt regulations for the use of restorative justice programs under this subsection.Added by 2023 Md. Laws, Ch. 270, Sec. 3, eff. 10/1/2023.Added by 2023 Md. Laws, Ch. 269, Sec. 3, eff. 10/1/2023.