Maryland Code, STATE GOVERNMENT 9-2427
Terms Used In Maryland Code, STATE GOVERNMENT 9-2427
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Oath: A promise to tell the truth.
- Person: includes an individual, receiver, trustee, guardian, personal representative, fiduciary, representative of any kind, corporation, partnership, business trust, statutory trust, limited liability company, firm, association, or other nongovernmental entity. See
- state: means :
(1) a state, possession, territory, or commonwealth of the United States; or
(2) the District of Columbia. See
(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.