In connection with an investigation or proceeding under this subtitle, the Commissioner may:
(1) administer oaths;
(2) receive evidence; and
(3) issue subpoenas for the attendance of witnesses to:
(i) testify; or
(ii) produce evidence.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 14 - Business Opportunities, Franchises, and Multilevel Distribution Companies
Section 14-202 - Legislative Policy
Section 14-203 - Scope of Subtitle
Section 14-204 - Subtitle in Addition to Other Law
Section 14-207 - Publication of Information
Section 14-208 - Investigations
Section 14-209 - Interpretive Opinions
Section 14-210 - Civil Enforcement of Subtitle
Section 14-211 - Criminal Proceedings Authorized
Section 14-212 - Miscellaneous Powers
Section 14-213 - Privilege Against Self-Incrimination
Section 14-214 - Registration Required; Exemptions
Section 14-215 - Applications for Registration
Section 14-217 - Escrow Requirements
Section 14-218 - Issuance and Effective Date of Registration
Section 14-219 - Term and Renewal of Registration
Section 14-220 - Amendments to Registration
Section 14-221 - Grounds for Issuing Stop Order
Section 14-222 - Notice; Hearing; Vacating or Modifying Stop Order
Section 14-223 - Copies of Documents to Franchisees
Section 14-224 - Records Required
Section 14-225 - Advertisements Offering Franchises
Section 14-226 - Release From Liability as Condition of Sale
Section 14-227 - Civil Liability
Section 14-228 - Offer or Sale of Franchise Without Registration
Section 14-229 - Fraud or Deceit; Untrue Statements or Omissions of Material Fact
Section 14-230 - False or Misleading Statement or Omission in Prospectus or Amendment
Section 14-232 - Failure to Notify Commissioner of Material Change