§ 14-705

Maryland § 14-705

• Jurisdiction: Maryland
• Article gsf: State Finance and Procurement
• Title: 14

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(a) In the same manner and with the same fees as provided by law in civil cases, in a matter regarding the decertification of a certified local farm or certified Chesapeake invasive species provider, the Office may:

(1) subpoena witnesses;

(2) administer oaths; and

(3) compel the production of records, books, papers, and other documents.

(b) If a person fails to comply with a subpoena issued under subsection (a) of this section, or fails to produce documents or other evidence, on petition of the Office, a court of competent jurisdiction may pass an order directing compliance with the subpoena or compelling the production of documents or other evidence.

(c) The Office shall make available a fraud hotline for reporting violations of this section.