Maryland § 14-206.1
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 14-206.1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-206.1.
(a) Based on a complaint received by the Board, the executive director of the Board may apply to a judge of the District Court or a circuit court for a search warrant to enter private premises where the Board or a disciplinary panel suspects that a person who is not licensed by the Board is practicing, attempting to practice, or offering to practice medicine.
(b) An application for a search warrant shall:
(1) Be in writing;
(2) Be verified by the applicant; and
(3) Describe the premises to be searched and the nature, scope, and purpose of the search.
(c) A judge who receives an application for a search warrant may issue a warrant on a finding that:
(1) The scope of the proposed search is reasonable;
(2) The request for a search warrant is based on a complaint received by the Board; and
(3) Obtaining consent to enter the premises may jeopardize the attempt to determine whether a person who is not licensed by the Board is practicing, attempting to practice, or offering to practice medicine.
(d) (1) A search warrant issued under this section shall specify the location of the premises to be searched.
(2) A search conducted in accordance with a search warrant issued under this section may not exceed the limits specified in the warrant.
(e) A search warrant issued under this section shall be executed and returned to the issuing judge:
(1) Within the period specified in the warrant, which may not exceed 30 days after the date of issuance; or
(2) Within 15 days after the date of issuance, if no period is specified in the warrant.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 14-206.1
What does Maryland Code § 14-206.1 cover?
Section 14-206.1 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 14-206.1?
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