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2007 Laws of Maryland
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Ch. 348
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(2) a code of ethics for engaging in the operation of a cemetery or
providing burial goods.
(b) Upon receipt of a written complaint, or at the discretion of the Director,
the Director OR THE DIRECTOR'S DESIGNEE may conduct an investigation and an
inspection of the records and site of a registered cemeterian, registered seller, permit
holder, or any other person subject to the registration or permit provisions of this title.
(c) The Director may hold hearings on any matter covered by this title.
(d) To enforce this title, the Director may:
(1) administer oaths;
(2) examine witnesses; and
(3) receive evidence.
(e) (1) The Director may issue a subpoena for the attendance of a witness
to testify or for the production of evidence in connection with any investigation or
hearing conducted in accordance with this section.
(2) If a person fails to comply with a subpoena issued under this
subsection, on petition of the Director, a circuit court may compel compliance with the
subpoena.
(f) (1) The Director may sue in the name of the State to enforce any
provision of this title by injunction.
(2) In seeking an injunction under this subsection, the Director is not
required to:
(i) post bond; or
(ii) allege or prove either that:
1. an adequate remedy at law does not exist; or
2. substantial or irreparable damage would result from
the continued violation of the provision.
(3) The Director or staff may not be held personally liable for any
action taken under this title in good faith and with reasonable grounds.
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