Md. Code Regs. 28.01.04.14

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

Section 28.01.04.14 - Disclosure Against Public Interest

A. Denial Pending Court Order.

(1) If, in the opinion of the Chief ALJ, disclosure of a public record of the Office otherwise subject to disclosure under the Act would do substantial injury to the public interest, the Chief ALJ may temporarily deny the request and seek a court order allowing nondisclosure.

(2) A temporary denial shall be in writing.

B. Circuit Court Review.

(1) Within 10 working days after the denial, the Chief ALJ shall apply to the appropriate circuit court for an order permitting continued denial or restriction of access.

(2) Notice of the Chief ALJ's complaint shall be served on the applicant in the manner provided for service of process by the Maryland Rules.

Md. Code Regs. 28.01.04.14

Regulation .14 adopted effective 43:7 Md. R. 452, eff.4/11/2016; amended effective 46:26 Md. R. 1168, eff. 1/10/2020