Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 2 - Franchises
Section 14-212 - Miscellaneous Powers

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

Maryland Statutes

Business Regulation

Title 14 - Business Opportunities, Franchises, and Multilevel Distribution Companies

Subtitle 2 - Franchises

Section 14-201 - Definitions

Section 14-202 - Legislative Policy

Section 14-203 - Scope of Subtitle

Section 14-204 - Subtitle in Addition to Other Law

Section 14-205 - Delegation

Section 14-206 - Regulations

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 14-216 - Prospectus

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 14-231 - Untrue Statements or Omissions of Material Fact in Applications, Notices, or Reports

Section 14-232 - Failure to Notify Commissioner of Material Change

Section 14-233 - Short Title