Md. Code Regs. 26.30.04.01

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 21, October 18, 2024

Section 26.30.04.01 - Denials, Reprimands, Suspensions, and Revocations

A. Subject to the hearing provisions of Regulation .02 of this chapter, the Board may deny, refuse to renew, suspend, or revoke a license if the applicant or licensed marine contractor:

(1) Performs or solicits to perform marine contractor services without a license;

(2) Unless authorized to perform marine contractor services under this title, represents to the public by title, by description of services, methods, or procedures, or otherwise that the individual or entity is authorized to perform marine contractor services in the State;

(3) Violates a provision of Environment Article, Title 17, Annotated Code of Maryland, or a regulation under this subtitle;

(4) Fraudulently or deceptively obtains or attempts to obtain a license for the licensed marine contractor or for another individual or entity;

(5) Fraudulently or deceptively uses a license;

(6) Commits any gross negligence, incompetence, or misconduct while practicing marine contractor services;

(7) Fails to comply with the terms of a tidal wetlands authorization issued under Environment Article, § 16-202 or 16-307, Annotated Code of Maryland;

(8) Violates any provision of, or regulations adopted under, Environment Article, § 16-202 or 16-307, Annotated Code of Maryland; or

(9) In the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Critical Area, as defined under Natural Resources Article, § 8-1802, Annotated Code of Maryland, fails to comply with:

(a) The terms of a State or local permit, license, or approval; or

(b) Any State or local law, an approved plan, or other legal requirement.

B. For the purpose of this regulation, an act or omission of any principal, agent, or employee of an applicant or licensed marine contractor may be construed to be the act or omission of the applicant or licensed marine contractor, as well as of the principal, agent, or employee.

Md. Code Regs. 26.30.04.01

Regulation .01 adopted effective 51:5 Md. R. 233, eff. 3/18/2024.