Md. Code Regs. 10.27.15.04

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

Section 10.27.15.04 - Recording, Photographing, and Broadcasting of Open Sessions

A. A member of the public, including any representative of the news media, may record discussions of the Board at an open session by means of a tape recorder or any other recording device if the device does not create an excessive noise that disturbs members of the Board or other persons attending the session.

B. A member of the public, including any representative of the news media, may photograph or videotape the proceedings of the Board at an open session by means of any type of camera if the camera:

(1) Is operated without excessively bright artificial light that disturbs members of the Board or other persons attending the session; and

(2) Does not create an excessive noise that disturbs members of the Board or other persons attending the session.

C. A representative of the news media may broadcast or televise the proceedings of the Board at an open session if the equipment used:

(1) Is operated without excessively bright artificial light that disturbs members of the Board or other persons attending the session;

(2) Does not create an excessive noise that disturbs members of the Board or other persons attending the session;

(3) Does not interfere with a person's observation of or participation in the session; and

(4) Is used openly so that it is obvious to those in attendance that the session is being recorded.

Md. Code Regs. 10.27.15.04