Maryland § 11-306

§ 11-306.

    (a)    The Board shall issue a license to any applicant who:

        (1)    Meets the requirements of this title;

        (2)    Pays to the Board the license fee set by the Board; and

        (3)    Submits to a criminal history records check in accordance with § 11–302.1 of this subtitle.

    (b)    On receipt of the criminal history record information of an applicant for licensure, in determining whether to grant a license, the Board shall consider:

        (1)    The age at which the crime was committed;

        (2)    The nature of the crime;

        (3)    The circumstances surrounding the crime;

        (4)    The length of time that has passed since the crime;

        (5)    Subsequent work history;

        (6)    Employment and character references; and

        (7)    Other evidence that demonstrates whether the applicant poses a threat to public health or safety.