(a) (1) For the limited purpose set forth in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a permit shall remain in effect and does not expire by operation of law while the permit holder is under investigation by the Board or awaiting a hearing or disposition on charges subject to disciplinary action under this subtitle.
(2) An extension of a permit term under this subsection is effective only for the purpose of retaining the jurisdiction of the Board over the permit holder during the course of disciplinary proceedings and does not prevent the permit from expiring for any other purpose.
(b) Unless the Board agrees to accept the surrender, a permit holder may not surrender a permit while the holder is under investigation or awaiting a hearing or disposition on charges subject to disciplinary action under this subtitle.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Business Occupations and Professions
Title 14 - Professional Engineers
Section 14-401 - Practice Through Corporation, Limited Liability Company, or Partnership Authorized
Section 14-402 - Permit Required; Exception
Section 14-403 - Requirements for Permit
Section 14-404 - Application for Permit
Section 14-406 - Authority Conferred
Section 14-407 - Expiration and Renewal
Section 14-408 - Notice to Board of Changes
Section 14-409 - Denials, Reprimands, Suspensions, Revocations; Penalties
Section 14-411 - Extension of Permit Term Pending Investigation or Legal Proceedings
Section 14-412 - Providing Services During Suspension or Revocation of Permit Prohibited
Section 14-413 - Reinstatement -- Revoked or Suspended Permits