Maryland § 2-712
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 2-712, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2-712.
(a) A license expires on June 30 after its effective date, unless the license is renewed for a 1–year term as provided in this section.
(b) At least 1 month before a license expires, the Board shall send each licensee, by electronic means or first–class mail to the last known electronic or mailing address of the licensee, a renewal form and a renewal notice that states:
(1) The date on which the current license expires;
(2) That the renewal application and fee must be received by the Board on or before the license expiration date; and
(3) The amount of the renewal fee.
(c) Before a person’s license expires, a licensee periodically may renew the license for additional 1–year terms, if the licensee:
(1) Otherwise is entitled to be licensed;
(2) Pays to the Board a renewal fee of $125; and
(3) Submits to the Board a renewal application on the form that it requires.
(d) A person who is licensed to operate a horse establishment has a grace period of 60 days after the person’s license expires to renew the license retroactively, if the person:
(1) Otherwise is entitled to renew the license;
(2) Submits to the Board a renewal application on the form required by the Board; and
(3) Pays to the Board the renewal fee and any late fee set by the Board.
(e) The Board may reinstate the license of a former licensee if the former licensee:
(1) Applies for the reinstatement more than 60 days after the license renewal deadline;
(2) Otherwise is entitled to renew the license;
(3) Submits to the Board an application for reinstatement on the form required by the Board; and
(4) Pays to the Board a reinstatement fee and the renewal fee set by the Board.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 2-712
What does Maryland Code § 2-712 cover?
Section 2-712 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 § 2-712?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 2-712" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 2-712 apply to my situation?
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