Before the Secretary takes any final action under § 18-309 of this subtitle, the Secretary shall give the person against whom the action is contemplated an opportunity for a hearing before the Secretary. The Secretary shall give notice and hold the hearing in accordance with Title 10, Subtitle 2 of the State Government Article. The hearing notice to be given to the person shall be sent by certified mail to the last known address of the person at least 10 business days before the hearing. The Secretary may administer oaths in connection with any proceeding under this section. The person may be represented at the hearing by counsel. If, after due notice, the person against whom the action is contemplated fails or refuses to appear, nevertheless, the Secretary may hear and determine the matter.