(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 15 - Professional Land Surveyors
Section 15-401 - Practice Through Corporation, Partnership, or Limited Liability Company Authorized
Section 15-402 - Permit Required; Exception
Section 15-402.1 - Person in Responsible Charge
Section 15-403 - Applications for Permits
Section 15-405 - Scope of Permit
Section 15-406 - Term and Renewal of Permit
Section 15-407 - Notice of Change or Occurrence Required
Section 15-408 - Denials, Suspensions, Revocations of Permits; Reprimands of Holders; Penalties
Section 15-409 - Denials, Suspensions, Revocations of Permits; Reprimands of Holders -- Hearings
Section 15-410 - Permit to Remain in Effect Pending Investigation or Hearing
Section 15-412 - Reinstatement of Permit
Section 15-413 - Reinstatement of Permit -- Failure to Renew