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§ 16-601

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§16–601.
(a)Subject to the provisions of this section, the Commission shall start proceedings under § 16–701, § 16–701.1, or § 16–701.2 of this title on a complaint made to the Commission by any person.
(1)A complaint shall:
(i)be in writing; and
(ii)state specifically the facts on which the complaint is based.
(2)If a complaint is made by any person other than the Commission, the complaint shall be made under oath by the person who submits the complaint.
(3)A complaint may be accompanied by documentary or other evidence.
(c)The Commission shall investigate each complaint submitted to the Commission if the complaint:
(1)alleges facts that establish a prima facie case that is grounds for disciplinary action under § 16–701, § 16–701.1, or § 16–701.2 of this title; and
(2)meets the requirements of this section.
(1)On conclusion of the investigation, the Commission shall determine if there is a reasonable basis to believe that there are grounds for disciplinary action under § 16–701, § 16–701.1, or § 16–701.2 of this title against an applicant or licensee.
(i)If the Commission finds a reasonable basis as provided under paragraph
(1)of this subsection, the Commission shall act on the complaint as provided under § 16–602 of this subtitle.
(ii)If the Commission does not find a reasonable basis as provided under paragraph
(1)of this subsection, the Commission shall dismiss the complaint.
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