Maryland Statutes
Part II - Licensing
Section 21-311 - Denial of Application for License; Subsequent Issuance of License; Hearings and Judicial Review

(a)    The Department may deny an application for a food establishment license issued under this subtitle if the Department finds that the applicant:
        (1)    Does not meet the requirements of this subtitle or any rules or regulations adopted under this subtitle; or
        (2)    Fraudulently or deceptively attempts to obtain a license.
    (b)    Within 30 days of receipt of the completed application, the Department shall notify the applicant in writing:
        (1)    That the application has been denied;
        (2)    The specific reasons for the denial of the application; and
        (3)    If any, the actions that must be taken by the applicant to qualify for a license.
    (c)    After a notice of denial is issued, the Department may issue a license to an applicant if the applicant:
        (1)    Takes all actions specified in the notice of denial; and
        (2)    Meets the requirements of this subtitle and all rules and regulations adopted under this subtitle.
    (d)    An applicant who is denied a license is entitled to:
        (1)    A hearing before the Secretary under § 21-316 of this subtitle; and
        (2)    Judicial review under § 21-317 of this subtitle.

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