Md. Code Regs. 14.14.04.02

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 24, December 2, 2024

Section 14.14.04.02 - Revocation of Certificate

A. It shall be the policy of the Board that reasonable efforts shall be made to resolve complaints or violations in a manner which encourages voluntary compliance and full cooperation with all parties. However, if the frequency, pattern, or type of complaint or violation is of serious concern to the Board, or upon the request of any appropriate federal, State, or local government or agency, the Board may revoke a certificate.

B. The revocation process shall include the following procedural elements:

(1) The Board shall notify the certificate holder of its concern by certified mail. The notice shall state that the Board is considering possible revocation proceedings and shall direct that the certificate holder show cause why these proceedings should not be initiated. The certificate holder shall have 15 calendar days from receipt of the letter to respond.

(2) Upon receipt of the response from the certificate holder or if no response is given, the Board may decide to:

(a) Take no further action;

(b) Hold an adjudicatory hearing pursuant to the requirements of the Administrative Procedure Act to consider revocation of the certificate or imposition of additional terms or conditions on the certificate holder.

Md. Code Regs. 14.14.04.02