Maryland § 4-309

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 4-309, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 4-309.

    (a)    (1)    Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, a license expires on the date set by the Board, unless the license is renewed for an additional term as provided in this section. A license may not be renewed for a term longer than 2 years.

        (2)    Except as provided in § 4–303.1 of this subtitle, a limited license to practice dentistry expires on the first anniversary of its effective date.

        (3)    A teacher’s license to practice dentistry or a teacher’s license to practice dental hygiene expires on the earlier of:

            (i)    The date set by the Board, unless the license is renewed for an additional term as provided in this section; or

            (ii)    The date when the licensee ceases to be a full–time or part–time faculty member at the institution named on the license.

    (b)    If a teacher’s license to practice dentistry expires because the licensee no longer is a full–time or part–time faculty member at the institution named on the license, the licensee shall surrender the license to the Board secretary within 30 days.

    (c)    At least 1 month before a license expires, the Board shall send to the licensee, by electronic means or first–class mail to the last known electronic or physical address of the licensee, a renewal notice that states:

        (1)    The date on which the current license expires;

        (2)    The date by which the renewal application must be received by the Board for the renewal to be issued and mailed before the license expires; and

        (3)    The amount of the renewal fee.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 4-309

What does Maryland Code § 4-309 cover?

Section 4-309 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 § 4-309?

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Is this the official text of Maryland law?

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